Lyon bans Saturday protests in central districts after looting

French authorities banned protests in central Lyon on Saturday, October 24, following violent looting a week earlier. The prefecture's order covers the Presqu'île, Part-Dieu, and other sensitive districts from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The late-issued decree, announced Friday, targets the 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and part of the 7th arrondissements, citing a high risk of pillaging. Legal challenges have already been filed against the measure. The ban follows the chaotic October 17 protests, where shops were looted. Officials identified more gathering points than before, particularly in the 6th arrondissement, prompting the expanded security perimeter.