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France Shock: Protests Turn Violent, Causing Property Damage

  • Protests against government spending measures turned into riots, causing damage to buildings and shops.
  • The unrest largely subsided by Sunday, but tensions remain high.
  • Leaders from various political factions are blaming each other for the unrest.
  • President Macron condemned those responsible for the violence, stating they sought to undermine the Republic.
  • The riots have been described as the worst unrest in France in years.
France Shock: Protests Turn Violent, Causing Property Damage | Split Angle