Live: French PM Lecornu calls for 'partial curfews' in cities hit by riots and looting
Summary
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has asked local leaders to set partial curfews in cities affected by riots and looting after two days of unrest. The disturbances have involved burned town halls and looted businesses, with police struggling to control some protests, while calls for more demonstrations continue.Key Facts
- France has experienced riots and looting for two days, including attacks on town halls and hundreds of businesses.
- Prime Minister Lecornu suggested partial curfews in some cities to restore order.
- Interior Minister Laurent Nunez admitted that police lost control in several places.
- Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire called for a political solution and urged talks with student and worker groups.
- Far-left politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon challenged claims that the far left plans to disrupt the upcoming election, asking for proof.
- Protests over the cost of living have spread to other European countries like Italy, Spain, and Portugal.
- In Milan and Madrid, demonstrations turned violent or included large tent occupations demanding government action.
- China advised its citizens traveling to France to take extra safety precautions amid the unrest.
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