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Macron to address France after worst unrest in years

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· · · Source: northweststar.com.au

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Protests in France turned violent, resulting in one death and widespread damage.

What happened

Protests against rising living costs and public services turned into riots, with over 2000 arrests, hundreds of police injured, and one demonstrator dead after a cardiac arrest. A town hall was torched, shops were ransacked, and buildings were covered in graffiti. Violent groups clashed with police in cities across the country, including Paris, Lille, Marseille, Strasbourg, and Bordeaux.

Why it matters

The unrest has increased pressure on President Emmanuel Macron ahead of a presidential election due next year, and the government has pledged to hold those responsible for the violence accountable.

Key facts

  • Over 2000 arrests made
  • Hundreds of police injured
  • One demonstrator died after a cardiac arrest
  • Hundreds of shops damaged

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Economy & JobsElections

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