Macron bans 'illegitimate' protests, blames ultra-left for French unrest

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French President Emmanuel Macron announced Thursday that "illegitimate" protests will be banned in coming days, blaming "seditious" ultra-left groups for last weekend's riots and looting across France. Speaking after a meeting with intelligence chiefs, Macron said trade union demonstrations would be allowed but could be rerouted to protect businesses. Authorities have banned all Saturday protests in Lyon, while Paris businesses are boarding up windows ahead of feared fresh unrest. The violence followed October 17 unrest amid soaring energy costs and budget pressures. France's 10-year bond yields rose above US Treasuries for the first time since 2013, reflecting investor unease.


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