# France protests cost 1,800 arrests

> France reports 1,800 arrests after violent protests targeting high cost of living.
- Title: France protests cost 1,800 arrests · The Japan Times
- Summary: France reports 1,800 arrests after violent protests targeting high cost of living. France arrested 1,800 people following violent protests against high…
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- Source: The Japan Times — https://japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/10/18/world/mass-protests-france-riots
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- Published: 2026-10-17T23:20:00+00:00
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- Topics: france, protests, arrests, high cost of living, emmanuel macron, lyon, interior minister, news, politics, world
## Violent protests in France
France reports 1,800 arrests after violent protests targeting high cost of living.
## Historic town hall torched
A historic town hall was set on fire during protests against France's high cost of living.
## Interior minister statement
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said 1,800 people have been arrested and investigations are underway to identify perpetrators.
## President Macron's challenge
President Emmanuel Macron faces election pressure as protests occur in his final months in power.
## Key takeaway

France arrested 1,800 people following violent protests against high living costs.