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French Protests Escalate into Violence

Updated 2026-10-18 09:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Protests in France have escalated, resulting in 1,200 arrests and 150 injured police officers. Looting and fires were reported across multiple cities.

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Photos: Protests across France spiral into looting, blazes and clashes

Authorities report 1,200 arrests and 150 injured police officers as unrest erupts in multiple French cities.

2026-10-18 08:21 UTC