French PM to meet unions over protest security after riots

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu will meet union representatives Wednesday to discuss protest security, vowing a "massive" police deployment after weekend riots triggered curfews and arrests in France. The unrest, among the worst in recent years, has prompted travel advisories from the US, China, and Germany. Lecornu acknowledged the security response fell short and promised stronger measures ahead of planned Saturday protests over living costs, organized by the "Yellow Vest" movement and students. Authorities have imposed partial curfews in Paris and other cities, with a ban on gatherings at the Champs-Elysees. Nearly 150 people have been jailed, and a parliamentary inquiry has been launched into the violence, which has also fueled political criticism ahead of presidential elections.