WorldCNAMass protests in France spiral into worst riots in years
Hundreds of thousands marched across France on Saturday but riots broke out in several cities, with buildings set on fire and around 400 people arrested.
The protests in France began last month at high schools in Paris' poor northern suburbs, where anger over teacher shortages and shabby facilities evolved into a broader movement focused on inequality, public spending and living standards.
Protests against rising living costs and declining public services turned violent in cities across France, with city halls attacked and luxury shops looted.
Around 550,000 people joined demonstrations according to the interior minister, while the CGT union put the figure closer to 800,000, with 400 arrests made.
Prime Minister Lecornu blamed far-left groups and criminals, vowing the government would not be intimidated ahead of next year's presidential election.
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