France imposes nighttime curfews in several cities after violent protests

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French authorities have imposed nighttime curfews in several cities, including parts of Paris, following violent weekend protests during which the government admitted police "lost control." Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said the executive is determined to restore public order, and authorities have not ruled out declaring a state of emergency if the situation requires it. President Emmanuel Macron has requested a full evaluation of security measures and the adoption of new intervention methods, according to The Guardian.


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