France holds crisis talks after violent protests
France is holding an emergency meeting after violent protests, with over 2,400 people arrested. A special police unit will identify and capture rioters, while the interior minister's resignation was rejected. The protests began over school dissatisfaction but grew into demonstrations against high living costs. On October 17, luxury stores were looted and town halls stormed, with over 1,000 rescue workers injured. Sunday saw further vandalism in Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, leading to 117 arrests in Paris alone. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will convene ministers on Monday following President Macron's address. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez admitted police "lost control" in some cities, while authorities hope the upcoming school holiday will bring calm before planned protests on November 5.