France’s crisis deepens: Macron bans “illegitimate” protests after 2,500 arrests, 1,000 police injured
French President Macron has banned “illegitimate” protests nationwide after last weekend’s riots resulted in approximately 2,500 arrests and 1,000 police injuries.
The unrest began over teacher shortages and school conditions before escalating into broader protests against soaring living costs and austerity measures.
Macron blamed ultra-left groups for orchestrating violence and looting aimed at “bringing down the Republic.”
Cities including Lyon, Marseille, Nice and Toulon have imposed protest bans, while Paris diverted one march and banned another.
The crisis comes six months before France’s presidential election, with opposition leaders accusing Macron of losing control.
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