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France wants curfews in some areas after weekend of riots
France's government asks for local curfews as riots spread.
In brief
France's government asks for local curfews as riots spread. France's central government requested partial curfews in some areas following weekend riots and anti-government protests. Originally reported by France24.
France's government asks for curfews
France's central government asked some local authorities to impose curfews after a weekend of riots and looting.
Prime Minister Lecornu comments
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu did not rule out declaring state of emergency but said partial and localised curfews were more appropriate now.
Riots and protests
Riots and looting occurred nationwide as anti-government protests spread over the weekend.
Security concerns
The government faced pressure over security failings after the weekend of riots and looting.
Public reaction
Police reported they were not overwhelmed by people protesting and marching about education and cost of living.
What happens next
France's government will implement partial curfews in affected areas without specifying which cities.
The bottom line
France's central government requested partial curfews in some areas following weekend riots and anti-government protests.
