France plans military-backed security operation for protests
By The BriefBrief
French Prime Minister Lecornu said a large police operation backed by the military will counter protests expected this weekend, after days of violence and vandalism. Separately, Italy announced 500 additional soldiers and tougher penalties after weekend riots in Milan injured more than 100 police officers and left shops looted.
WHO:French Prime Minister Lecornu
WHAT:Lecornu said France will use a military-backed police operation to counter protests expected this weekend.
WHEN:Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 2:02 AM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:The operation is intended to counter protests expected this weekend, following days of violence and vandalism.
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