Curfew imposed in parts of central Paris and other cities after rioting across France

French authorities imposed overnight curfews in central Paris and various cities after a weekend of riots and looting across the country. Police in Paris announced a curfew between 23:00 local time and 06:00 in Place de la République and Les Halles area, where protesters had gathered. Other cities such as Marseille, Bordeaux, Nice, Lyon, and Lille also implemented curfews restricting movement and gatherings.

Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez admitted police had lost control in some areas. The protests, initially centered on students demanding better school conditions, had since expanded to address broader concerns, including rising fuel prices, the cost of living, and deteriorating public services. Over 2,500 people were arrested, and 1,000 police officers were injured.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu stated that local mayors would have the authority to implement curfews as needed, and the government would provide financial assistance to affected areas. Nuñez said 200 investigators were analyzing CCTV footage to identify possible ringleaders. Over 2,000 businesses were directly impacted by the violence, with estimated damages totaling "hundreds of millions of euros."