France Riots Spiral as Police Lose Control, 2,400 Arrested

France experienced mass protests last weekend involving over 500,000 people, escalating into riots, looting, and violent clashes with police in major cities including Paris and Marseille. The interior minister acknowledged police lost control in some areas, prompting President Macron to order a full security review. The unrest resulted in 2,400 arrests across the country.

Byte's take

France's social fabric is tearing just as it needs to hold steady.