'France is burning': US President Donald Trump blames 'immigration' for unrest in French cities

US President Donald Trump recently blamed immigration for the widespread unrest in France as violent protests broke out in major cities over rising inflation. The unrest led to at least 1,800 arrests across the country, with police clashing with violent groups and shops being looted during the protests.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump exclaimed, "France is burning! The immigration of people from an entirely different world, people with hatred in their hearts, has shattered that once great country." He urged the country to close its borders and take control before it's too late.

During the protests, masked youths set fires and attacked public buildings, including city halls, in various cities like Paris, Nice, and Marseille. In Limoges, flames engulfed the 19th-century City Hall, which was deliberately set on fire, according to a report by the Associated Press.

French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation via a televised speech after a meeting with various ministers. He vowed to prosecute those who engaged in violence and destruction, emphasizing the importance of maintaining law and order in the Republic. Macron also expressed support for law enforcement forces and condemned those who sought to bring down institutions and prevent peaceful protests.