French protests turn violent as prices spark nationwide unrest

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Nationwide protests against high prices in France turned violent on Saturday, with clashes between demonstrators and police in Paris and other cities ahead of the presidential election. Protesters stormed the city hall in Marseille, breaking through doors with barriers, while Paris police used water cannons and tear gas against masked crowds. Windows were smashed at media offices, and over 160 people were detained nationwide. The demonstrations, called by the "Yellow Vests" movement, add pressure on President Emmanuel Macron following weeks of student protests. Macron urged calm on Friday, as over 32,000 people joined some 140 rallies outside Paris.


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