France Imposes Curfews in Paris and Other Cities to Quell Riots and Looting

France imposed curfews on Monday in Paris and other cities to contain riots and looting that have put President Emmanuel Macron's government under intense pressure. The measures aim to restore order following weekend chaos that saw masked protesters ransack hundreds of shops and set fire to Limoges city hall. Partial curfews were set in cities including Paris, Lille, and Lyon, restricting nighttime movement for residents or unaccompanied minors. In Paris, affected areas like Place de la République and Les Halles will be off-limits from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. The government is also reviewing potential security force failures and identifying vandalism perpetrators. The violence erupted during a Saturday protest against high living costs linked to the "yellow vests" movement. Over 3,000 businesses were affected, and similar unrest hit Belgium and Italy. With presidential elections six months away, far-right leader Marine Le Pen is positioning herself as the law-and-order candidate amid political blame over the crisis.