Far-right politicians worldwide blame immigrants for France's riots

Right-wing politicians globally are blaming immigration for France's riots, despite no proven link, using the unrest to bolster their platforms ahead of upcoming elections in the U.S., Spain, and Israel. Former President Trump claimed France was "conquered, looted, and burned" by migrants, while Spain's Santiago Abascal cited "Islamo-leftism." French President Macron criticized foreign leaders' "stupid comments," and far-right candidate Marine Le Pen focused on government "impotence" and police support. The riots began as student protests over school conditions and inflation, with perpetrators including citizens of immigrant backgrounds among various groups. Analysts say the violence reflects a deeply polarized France facing high costs and poor services ahead of a tense presidential election season.