Violent clashes, looting and buildings ablaze in France as over 1,000 arrested after protests

Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: October 17, 2026Country: France

World / InternationalCrime & Law

Violent clashes, looting and buildings ablaze in France as over 1,000 arrested after protests

Disorder broke out in cities across France as more than half a million people joined protests over the cost of living. Clashes, looting and buildings set ablaze were reported. More than 1,000 people were arrested.

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