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France Targets Riots with Curfews and Policing
France imposes localized curfews and new policing tactics to stop riots after weekend violence.
In brief
France imposes localized curfews and new policing tactics to stop riots after weekend violence. France's government plans localized curfews and new policing tactics to end riots following weekend violence targeting businesses and public buildings. Originally reported by New York Post.
French Prime Minister Orders Localized Curfews
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu instructed prefects to impose 'very limited' and 'localized' curfews to prevent more rioting and looting.
Violence Targets Businesses and Public Buildings
Weekend riots damaged thousands of businesses and public buildings across France, with at least 2,400 arrests.
President Macron Rejects Interior Minister's Resignation
President Emmanuel Macron refused Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez's resignation, stating the need for continued command of law enforcement.
Nuñez Blames Far-Left Activists for Violence
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez blamed violence on 'hordes of troublemakers and looters' and 'far-left activists' during protests.
Fire Engulfs Limoges City Hall
Flames destroyed the 19th-century City Hall in Limoges, causing its roof to collapse and nearly destroying the building.
Far-Right Leader Calls for Voting Power
Far-right leader Jordan Bardella urged French citizens to use their voting power to address government failures in protecting the people.
The bottom line
France's government plans localized curfews and new policing tactics to end riots following weekend violence targeting businesses and public buildings.
