Major protests in France: French shop owners brace for more unrest
French President Emmanuel Macron announced Thursday that 'illegitimate' protests will be banned in the coming days, blaming 'seditious' ultra-left groups and vandals for last weekend's riots and looting.
The announcement comes amid heightened security concerns across France following widespread unrest that saw businesses vandalized and looted. Macron specifically pointed to 'seditious' ultra-left groups and vandals as responsible for the weekend's disturbances.
French shop owners are now bracing themselves for potential further unrest, with many businesses taking additional security measures to protect their properties from possible attacks during the coming days.
Government Response
illegitimate protests would be banned in the coming days
The government's decision to ban unauthorized protests reflects authorities' determination to prevent a recurrence of last weekend's violence. Authorities are preparing for possible demonstrations while emphasizing their commitment to maintaining public order.
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