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France maintains local curfews after riots

France’s government said it would maintain local curfews where necessary on Tuesday night, after cities that imposed restrictions Monday reported a generally calm night. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu attributed the calm to targeted restrictions and police efforts. The curfews followed protests that turned violent over the weekend.
WHO: The French government
WHAT: Said it would maintain local curfews where necessary on Tuesday night.
WHEN: Oct 20, 2026
WHERE: France
WHY: The restrictions were intended to protect people and property from violence and looting and to prevent further disorder.
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