'Like we had a war': France left reeling after nationwide violent protests
Summary
France faced violent protests on Saturday over concerns about the high cost of living and school conditions. The protests caused widespread damage to businesses and public property, leading to about 1,800 arrests across the country.Key Facts
- Around 1,800 people were arrested during nationwide protests in France.
- The protests damaged about 1,500 businesses and caused hundreds of millions of euros in losses.
- A 19th-century town hall in Limoges was set on fire during the violence.
- Paris experienced an unprecedented level of violence, including looting and clashes.
- One person died during the main march in Paris, but the death was not related to violence.
- The protests followed weeks of student demonstrations, some of which were also violent.
- Political leaders blamed different groups, including ultra-left activists and far-right leaders, for the unrest.
- Officials began investigations to identify and bring those responsible for the violence to justice.
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