Macron makes surprise Marseille visit after October 17 violence

French President Emmanuel Macron is making an unannounced visit to Marseille on Monday to address security and economic issues following the October 17 violence at the city hall. The trip comes after a weekend of largely peaceful protests. Macron will visit the Marseille city hall damaged during the riots, meet with merchants affected by looting, and thank security forces. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez acknowledged the October 17 operation as a failure, saying he offered his resignation, while reporting 1,435 arrests over the weekend. The government plans to announce measures responding to student demands later Monday, including potential changes to the Parcoursup university admissions system. Officials reported 267 police officers injured during weekend protests, with curfews expected to continue.