France deploys troops and curfews to quell riots in Paris, Marseille, Lyon

France deployed troops and imposed new curfews to quell riots that swept Paris, Marseille, Lyon, and other cities over the weekend, following thousands of arrests and clashes with police. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced a massive security operation for Saturday's planned protests, while acknowledging government failures in the response. New curfews were set in Paris and Lille, with Marseille imposing curfews for minors in hard-hit commercial areas. Lecornu blamed far-left groups for the unrest, while critics cited public anger over living costs and declining services. A man suspected of burning Limoges' town hall was arrested, and a parliamentary inquiry was launched.