France protests: suspect arrested in Limoges town hall fire as curfews extended

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French police arrested a suspect linked to the fire that severely damaged Limoges' historic town hall during rioting on October 17. The 1883 building lost its roof and belfry in the blaze. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said curfews in cities like Paris and Nice are working, while interior minister Laurent Nunez announced military deployment for Saturday's planned protests. Authorities admitted shortcomings in handling weekend unrest that saw widespread looting across French cities. The unrest has spread across Europe, with Italy deploying 500 soldiers to Milan and approving tougher anti-riot laws. Up to 550,000 people protested in France over public services and cost-of-living pressures.


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