French cities saw a peaceful night after officials introduced new curfews to stop recent riots and looting across the country.
French cities remained quiet last night. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu noted that new curfews helped stop the violence. These measures followed a weekend of intense riots and looting.
Also, officials placed curfews in central Paris. These areas include the Place de la République and the Les Halles shopping district. Many protesters gathered in these spots over the weekend.
Meanwhile, other cities restricted the movement of young people. Leaders in Marseille, Bordeaux, Nice, and Lyon enforced these rules. Towns in the north, such as Lille, also followed these orders.
Next, the Prime Minister thanked the police and gendarmes. They worked hard to enforce the new safety measures. He said officials will decide on more curfews for Tuesday night.
As a result, local mayors and regional leaders will make these choices. They will study conditions on the ground. This helps them decide where safety is most needed.
Earlier, Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez spoke about the situation. He admitted that police lost control in some areas. This caused heavy criticism from political rivals.
However, the Minister offered his resignation on Monday. President Emmanuel Macron rejected this request. The government remains focused on restoring order.
Still, the cost of the unrest is high. Officials report that police arrested over 2,500 people. Reports show that one demonstrator lost a hand during a clash.
Additionally, about 1,000 police officers suffered injuries. These incidents highlight the danger of the recent riots. Authorities continue to monitor all affected regions closely.
Finally, the protests began last month. Students originally demanded better conditions in schools. The movement grew as trade unions and other groups joined the demonstrations.