Trump blames immigration for unrest as protests damage France

Summary

Donald Trump blamed immigration for unrest in France, while NDTV reports that peaceful demonstrations have since turned into arson, looting and attacks on public buildings. Hindustan Times says police reportedly arrested several people after clashes during protests over rising living costs; The Hindu reports that the previous day's protests caused widespread damage, including the torching of a historic town hall, and led to 1,800 arrests, adding pressure on President Emmanuel Macron six months before elections to replace him. This follows earlier reports of clashes, fires and looting during protests across France.

Timeline

1. NDTV

   18 Oct 2026, 12:54 UTCSource ↗

   NDTV reports that Trump blamed immigrants for unrest in France and says peaceful demonstrations have since turned into arson, looting and attacks on public buildings.

2. Hindustan Times

   18 Oct 2026, 13:09 UTCSource ↗

   Hindustan Times reports that Trump blamed immigration for unrest in French cities and that police reportedly arrested several people after clashes during protests over rising living costs.

3. The Hindu

   18 Oct 2026, 13:56 UTCSource ↗

   The Hindu reports that protests the previous day caused widespread damage, including the torching of a historic town hall, and led to 1,800 arrests, increasing pressure on President Emmanuel Macron six months before elections to replace him.