Macron bans certain gatherings in France after violent outburst
The day of demonstrations across the country has resulted in more than 2,000 arrested and 600 police officers injured following clashes, attacks on public buildings, and looting of businesses.
A day of protests across France in response to rising costs resulted in over 2,000 arrests and 600 police officers injured, following clashes, attacks on public buildings, and looting of shops. The damage to around 1,500 vandalized stores is estimated to be in the hundreds of thousands of euros. One person died from a heart attack during the incidents, according to the Paris Police.
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence, expressing "shame" and "anger", and announced that investigations will be carried out with "all necessary diligence and firmness". Macron called on political parties to condemn all types of violence and to appeal for calm.
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