Masked youths loot shops in central Paris between République and Bastille

Unprecedented scenes of uncontrolled looting occurred in central Paris between République and Bastille, where groups of masked youths broke into shops and stole goods while residents watched from windows. The looters targeted small businesses like a Franprix supermarket, a jeweler, and a Marionnaud store, taking food, alcohol, watches, and sunglasses, while restaurants and hotels were largely spared. Police were absent from the area after earlier clashes with protesters. Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire condemned the destruction, distinguishing between the social movement and "vandals." Some residents expressed sympathy for the looters' frustrations, while two art teachers said they understood the revolt, accepting material violence as long as no physical harm occurs.