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Oct 19, 2026 at 8:12 AM ET
Germany warns citizens in France after protest riots
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Germany warned its citizens in France to exercise caution after more than 2,500 people were arrested during weekend protests over the cost of living, which saw town halls and shops looted and set ablaze. European governments also advised travelers to avoid large crowds, citing deteriorating security conditions.
WHO: The German government
WHAT: warned its citizens in France to exercise caution after weekend protests turned violent.
WHEN: Oct 19, 2026
WHERE: France
WHY: The warning followed weekend protests in which more than 2,500 people were arrested and town halls and shops were looted and set ablaze.
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