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France arrests 1,200 as violent protests ravage Paris shops and streets

Violence erupted across France on Saturday during protests against school conditions and rising living costs, with at least 1,200 arrested. Parisian shop owners faced extensive damage and looting, with some reporting losses exceeding 100,000 euros. The French government called the unrest an "escalation in violence" as cleanup efforts began Sunday morning.

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Published 18 Oct 2026, 10:58 UTC · Updated 18 Oct 2026, 11:10 UTC

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