French arson suspect arrested over Limoges town hall fire

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A 34-year-old man on France's national security watchlist has been arrested for the fire that gutted a historic town hall in Limoges during weekend riots. He is described as an "ultra-left" militant. The suspect, known for violence against officials, was arrested Tuesday in Val d'Issoire. He is the main suspect in the arson that destroyed the 140-year-old building's clock tower and roof, requiring a "Notre Dame-style" reconstruction. Nearly 150 people have been convicted for weekend violence, and curfews were introduced in some towns. Limoges' mayor has threatened to resign if the government doesn't fund rebuilding.


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