Partial curfew imposed in French cities after protests

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Partial curfew imposed in French cities after protests

Partial curfews have been imposed tonight in two areas of central Paris and several cities across northern France.

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A separate ban on gatherings has been in force in the southern city of Marseille.

The French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said the measures were necessary to protect people and businesses – declaring the country would "not be dictated and ruled by the thieves and by the thugs".

The protest comes at a time when the borrowing costs for France have soared beyond that of any other G7 country adding to the economic woes and the debt-to-GDP ratio for the country sits at nearly 120%.

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Date: October 19, 2026