Macron rejects Trump's 'stupid' claims on France riots

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French President Emmanuel Macron has called foreign leaders' comments on France's violent protests "unacceptable" and "stupid," including remarks by US President Donald Trump, who blamed immigrants for the unrest. Macron said there is no evidence of foreign interference in the riots and accused leaders of spreading false information for political gain. He specifically rejected claims that immigrants and Islamists attacked France, calling such narratives completely false. The protests began over inflation and living costs but turned violent, with riots in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, and Limoges. Authorities have banned unauthorized gatherings in central Paris ahead of possible further unrest.


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