Macron says France can maintain order without emergency
By The BriefBrief
French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday that public order could be maintained without a state of emergency, though he said one was not off the table if conditions deteriorated. During a visit to Marseille, he also promised concrete measures in response to high school students’ demands after their protests triggered weeks of nationwide unrest.
WHO:French President Emmanuel Macron
WHAT:Macron said France could maintain public order without a state of emergency, while leaving open the possibility of one if conditions deteriorated.
WHEN:Oct 26, 2026
WHERE:Marseille, France
WHY:Macron’s remarks responded to high school students’ protests, which triggered weeks of nationwide unrest.
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