France's Violent Protests Spread Nationwide, Over 1,200 Arrested

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Violent protests erupted across France, with over 1,200 arrests and the historic town hall in Limoges destroyed by fire. Authorities have taken measures to curb the unrest, which has shocked officials. The 143-year-old Hotel de Ville's clock tower collapsed after rioters set it ablaze, with videos showing protesters cheering. The violence stems from a broad coalition demonstrating against the cost-of-living crisis. Protesters have vowed to make President Emmanuel Macron's government "tremble" amid the economic turmoil, with the unrest being described as a "French revolution" by some observers.


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