France saw a quiet night after targeted curfews were imposed to quell riots and looting across the country. The prime minister said further curfews for Tuesday night would be decided based on local needs.
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01Summary
- 01Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said targeted curfews contributed to a quiet night after weekend riots and looting.
- 02Curfews were imposed in parts of central Paris, including Place de la République and the Les Halles shopping area.
- 03Restrictions on young people and gatherings were introduced in Marseille, Bordeaux, Nice, Lyon, Lille and other towns.
- 04Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez admitted police had lost control in some cities; his resignation was rejected by President Macron.
- 05More than 2,500 people have been arrested since the disorder began, with one demonstrator's hand blown off by a police grenade.
02Why it matters
These curfews affect daily life and public safety across French cities, highlighting ongoing unrest that has drawn criticism of government preparedness.
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