France in Turmoil: Violent Protests, Looting and Curfews Grip Major Cities

The situation in France remains tense as several cities have imposed curfews following violent protests, arson, vandalism and looting.

Authorities have introduced partial curfews in several cities, including the capital Paris, Lille and Nice. Earlier, following a cabinet meeting in Paris,

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu told the media that he had authorized local mayors to impose curfews in the worst-affected areas of their cities to ensure public safety. He also announced funding to address the damage and support reconstruction efforts.

On Saturday, millions of people took to the streets across France to protest cuts to public services and government inaction. Hundreds of vehicles were set on fire, while several department stores were looted and vandalized.

Meanwhile, protests have also continued in Albania, Italy and Switzerland.

Swiss students expressed solidarity with French students and called for improvements in the quality of education.

In Italy, hundreds of demonstrators demanded solutions to housing problems and measures to bring down inflation.

French experts say the deepening crisis has plunged President Emmanuel Macron’s government into severe political turmoil.

US President Donald Trump has once again blamed immigration for the unrest in France. Advising France to close its borders, Trump claimed that the country was being taken over by immigrants.