Macron condemns 'unbridled' protest violence as Trump blames immigration for France unrest
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the "unbridled" violence during nationwide cost of living protests, saying "nothing justifies" the unrest, while vowing an uncompromising response against rioters. Macron expressed "anger and shame" over the destruction, distinguishing between protesters with "legitimate demands" and those who "destroyed, smashed, and looted." He pledged support for affected businesses and full transparency regarding police response. Nearly 2,400 people were arrested Saturday, with almost 1,000 police injured. US President Donald Trump blamed immigration for the unrest, claiming France is "burning" and "shattered" by people from "an entirely different world."