France expected to declare state of emergency after violent protests

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10 Video Views·Oct 20, 2026

In France, after a day of protest turned into a night of violence, arson and looting President Emmanuel Macron is set to address the nation. Will he declare a state of emergency?

Around 2,000 people were arrested as cars and buildings were burned and shops raided.
Over 500,000 people are thought to have taken part in the demonstrations over the cost of living and poor public services. Hundreds of protesters gathered again Sunday at the Place de la République in Paris amid a heavy police presence

With France angry, what's the plan to calm the national mood?
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