France’s Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu tells local authorities to impose partial, localised curfews in some areas after a weekend of anti-government, cost-of-living protests that turn into riots and looting. Outlets report that demonstrations include clashes with police and incidents of property damage across parts of the country, including damage to businesses.
Officials say the approach is targeted rather than nationwide. Lecornu does not rule out a state of emergency, but says a blanket curfew is not the immediate plan, with some reporting that Paris is treated differently. Reuters and other outlets also note security scrutiny over the government’s handling of the unrest, with some officials pointing to far-left groups as contributing to the worst violence.
As authorities act to restore order, some political figures and labour groups publicly discuss possible next steps. Reports mention that the Socialist mayor of central Paris expresses support for a curfew, while unions call for another round of strikes and rallies on November 5. Separately, protests disrupt activity in Paris, with reports of protesters blocking the entrance to the Louvre.
