French PM says targeted curfews kept overnight peace in Paris and other cities

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said Tuesday that targeted curfews in Paris and other cities helped maintain overnight peace following violent protests, with local authorities authorized to reimpose them Tuesday night where needed. Around 2,400 people were arrested over the weekend, and police are reviewing online videos and images to identify looters. The government plans to increase police presence, especially next weekend, and is introducing state-financed furlough measures and cash-flow funds for affected businesses, though details remain incomplete. Curfews were imposed Monday night in parts of Paris, including Place de la Republique and Les Halles, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., and in Lille, Douai, Wattignies, and Denain from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m., following weekend riots amid nationwide protests.