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Macron vows tough punishment as thousands arrested in French riots

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Thousands arrested in French riots
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French President Emmanuel Macron vowed Sunday to bring the full weight of the justice system against rioters after violent protests across France on Saturday over school conditions and rising living costs, according to RFI. The Sydney Morning Herald reports that thousands have been arrested and that the president pledged to punish rioters. This follows reports of demonstrations over costs and school conditions, with earlier accounts differing on the scale of attendance and unrest.

This continues an earlier story: France protests broaden into outcry over costs and schools

Later: French justice minister vows extremely firm punishment for weekend rioters

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  1. The Sydney Morning Herald

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    The Sydney Morning Herald reports that thousands have been arrested in French riots and that the president has pledged to punish rioters over violent protests across the nation.

  2. RFI

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    RFI reports that Macron vowed Sunday to bring the full weight of the justice system against rioters after Saturday protests over school conditions and rising living costs left destruction in towns and cities across France.

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