Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday voiced the public’s “anger” and “shame” over rioting and looting during nationwide protests against rising living costs and poor conditions in schools . At least 2,400 people were arrested. Macron echoed other government officials in blaming much of the violence on far-left activists, accusing them of attacking police and public buildings to…
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned those who attempted to undermine the French Republic following violent protests that swept across the nation. In a televised address to the public, Macron expressed anger and shame over the rioting and looting that occurred during demonstrations against rising living costs and deteriorating conditions in schools. At least 2,400 individuals were arrested in connection with the unrest.
Macron blamed much of the violence on far-left activists, accusing them of targeting police and public buildings to create chaos. He declared that those who looted would face consequences for the damage they caused and that anyone who sought to bring down the Republic would be held accountable. The president denounced "unrestrained violence" by "insurrectionist elements from radical far-left groups, joined by numerous criminals."
Earlier in the day, Macron convened an emergency meeting with senior government officials after masked groups set fires and attacked city halls in various cities across France. In response, the president instructed prefects to collaborate with mayors to safeguard public buildings and businesses over the coming weeks. This could include imposing restrictions on protests when necessary to prevent further unrest.
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