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Oct 18, 2026 at 9:07 AM ET
Macron condemns violence after French protests
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French President Emmanuel Macron said in a social media post on Saturday evening that there was “no place for violence” in France, following violent protests. Ministers blamed “ultra-left” groups for the violence. Macron was due to give an address in the wake of the protests.
WHO: French President Emmanuel Macron
WHAT: Macron condemned violence after protests in France, saying there was “no place for violence.”
WHEN: Oct 17, 2026
WHERE: France
WHY: The remarks followed violent protests; ministers blamed “ultra-left” groups for the violence.
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