🔴 Live: Macron rejects French interior minister's resignation after weekend of unrest
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron rejected the resignation of Interior Minister Laurent Nunez after violent protests across France led to thousands of arrests. The unrest involved fires, looting, and clashes, with politicians blaming each other ahead of the 2027 presidential elections.Key Facts
- At least 2,400 people were arrested after protests that included fires and looting in several French cities.
- The protests were partly against rising living costs and poor school conditions.
- Interior Minister Laurent Nunez offered to resign but President Macron refused to accept it.
- Macron criticized security failures and called for new policing methods.
- The protests followed calls from labor unions, student groups, and activists linked to the “yellow vest” movement.
- Far-right leader Marine Le Pen and far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon blamed each other’s sides for the violence.
- Macron condemned the violent acts and promised to hold those responsible accountable.
- Authorities planned to work with local officials to protect public buildings and may ban protests if needed.
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