Macron tasks Lecornu with resolving political crisis after urban violence

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has been tasked by President Emmanuel Macron with resolving the political crisis following urban violence on October 17, launching consultations with intermediary bodies this week without guaranteed success. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez remains in his post despite heavy criticism. Lecornu announced localized, partial curfews Monday evening to protect businesses from looting, stating "there is no question of letting chaos take hold," while clarifying that full Paris lockdowns are unnecessary. Curfews were announced in Paris, Lyon, Lille, Bordeaux, and Nice, decided locally by mayors and prefects. Green party leader Marine Tondelier criticized the measures, saying "a curfew cannot be a political response to a social crisis."