French government extends curfews after riots sweep across the country
Summary
The French government has extended curfews and increased police after violent riots during protests over high living costs and poor school conditions. The unrest started with students but grew to include workers and activists, challenging President Macron’s government amid financial strain and political division.Key Facts
- Riots involved burning buildings and looting thousands of businesses over the weekend.
- Police arrested over 2,500 people by Monday evening.
- Curfews are in place in parts of Paris, Lyon, and other cities.
- The government is deploying a large police presence for upcoming protests.
- Protests began with student demands for better schools and have expanded to include broader economic grievances.
- France’s public debt is about 119% of its yearly economic output, limiting government spending.
- President Macron said peaceful protesters have valid demands, but blamed violence on radical groups and criminals.
- The government faces difficulty enacting changes due to political gridlock and a fractured parliament.
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