Macron condemns rioters as Paris unrest continues

French President Macron condemned rioters in a televised address, stating they "must pay" for the destruction and vowing no compromise, while new unrest erupted in Paris streets. He distinguished peaceful demonstrators from looters and arsonists, promising accountability for those who sought to overthrow the Republic. Macron said damages would be recovered from perpetrators, explicitly targeting far-left groups, and called for "order and reconciliation" over escalation. The violence followed protests in Paris and over 110 other locations against government policy, education issues, and rising living costs, resulting in at least 2,000 arrests and significant property damage. He attributed price increases to the Middle East conflict and pledged to secure fuel and gas supplies during an upcoming Gulf tour, though he announced no concrete measures. Critics, including presidential candidate Bruno Retailleau, called the speech "very worrying," while Paris continued experiencing looting, fires, and clashes with elite police units.