In brief
France’s recent protests have triggered a widespread cleanup operation, but police forces are still stationed across the country, and numerous cities are under curfew. The city of Marseille suffered the worst, with over 600 premises looted. BBC’s Nick Beake breaks down the causes of the unrest and the steps being taken to restore order. As citizens clear the damage, authorities promise to keep the streets safe. Read on for a deeper look into France’s current situation.
French Riots: Cleanup Rollout, Police Patrols Continue
After a weekend of protests across France, authorities are making a clean‑up sweep, but police are still on duty and curfews remain in major cities.
Marseille was hit hardest. More than 600 shops were looted, leaving a trail of broken storefronts and empty stalls.
BBC’s Nick Beake explains why the protests erupted and what’s next for the city.
