France imposes nighttime curfews in Paris and other cities after riots

France has imposed nighttime curfews in parts of Paris and several other cities following weekend riots and looting, after the interior minister admitted police had "lost control" in some areas. The restrictions in Paris apply from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. in key squares and shopping districts. The protests began last month over school conditions but expanded to broader social issues, drawing unions and various groups. Over 2,500 people have been arrested, with about 1,000 police officers injured, while authorities report damages estimated in the hundreds of millions of euros affecting over 2,000 businesses. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has authorized mayors to impose curfews where needed, without ruling out a state of emergency. He announced plans to recover recovery costs from riot perpetrators and create partial unemployment support. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez offered his resignation, but President Emmanuel Macron refused it, citing the need for command continuity.