French PM Orders Curfews After Weekend Riots in Paris, Lyon, and Marseille

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French Prime Minister Lecornu has ordered mandatory curfews in French cities following weekend riots and looting in major urban centers, including Paris, Lyon, and Marseille. At least 2,400 people were arrested nationwide after protests over the cost of living and school conditions turned violent, with rioters attacking public buildings and clashing with police. Lecornu called the lack of fatalities "a miracle" and defended police actions. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez offered his resignation, but President Macron refused it, demanding transparency on planning failures and new police tactics. A fire in Limoges destroyed the city hall's roof, while Marseille banned demonstrations on Monday.


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