Laurent Nuñez
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Hundreds of thousands march across France in protests over schools and policing
Almost 1,000 arrested as police charge crowd in Paris and teargas used to stop protesters reaching other city centres
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Almost 1,000 arrests across France as protesters clashed with police
Some 70,000 law enforcement officers were mobilised ahead of Saturday's planned protests after authorities bolstered security following last weekend's riots. #EuropeNews
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Protesters clash with police in Paris as demonstrations turn hostile across France
Belgian police used pepper spray and tear gas during confrontations in Brussels with anti-government protesters on Saturday
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Almost 1,000 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France
Officials have so far managed to avoid a repeat of last weekend's rioting and looting as hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations.
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Protesters clash with police in Paris as demonstrations turn hostile across France
Belgian police used pepper spray and tear gas during confrontations in Brussels with anti-government protesters on Saturday
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Live - 135 arrested as new round of protests gets underway in France
Authorities are also keeping a close watch over the hard-right National Rally party's congress in Orléans this weekend, which has drawn both supporters and counterprotesters. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said 135 people had been arrested across France as of 1 pm on Saturday. #EuropeNews
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What sparked the fiery protests in France – and how they are spreading across Europe
Here’s everything you need to know about the nationwide movement
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Fresh protests set to sweep France as late restrictions fuel tensions
As France readies itself for another day of nationwide protests, the government's efforts to prevent renewed violence have prompted criticism from some. #EuropeNews
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France protests latest: Tourist sites closed as 70,000 police brace for riots
Student representatives say they are 'not satisfied' after meeting Macron and urge pupils to continue mobilising
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France prepares for day of protest a week after nationwide riots
More than 70,000 police officers are to be deployed over fears protesters will defy restrictions on demonstrations.
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Macron condemns racism after one killed in ‘terrorist’ shooting near Paris
Gunman opens fire from car in Trappes and Verrière, killing one and injuring five others, including a 12-year-old girl
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Macron condemns ‘racist terrorist attack’ after Paris shootings
A gunman fired from a vehicle at three locations in the Paris suburbs in what French authorities described as a racially motivated attack
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Suspect arrested after 1 killed and several wounded in a shooting in Paris suburb
French authorities report that a shooting in a Parisian suburb on Friday left one person dead and several others wounded
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France to deploy 70,000 police on Saturday to prevent civil unrest
Security forces to include elite units usually used for counter-terrorism after worst street violence in years
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France bolsters security as businesses brace for renewed protests
A massive security operation has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend. #EuropeNews
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Terror probe underway after person killed in ‘Islamophobic’ shooting
A 12-year-old girl is among the people injured after a gunman opened fire
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France protests latest: 70,000 police to be deployed as Macron meets students
French president Emmanuel Macron is expected to meet with high school unions on Friday
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France to deploy 70,000 officers as it braces for weekend of protests – Europe live
Interior minister Laurent Nuñez defended blanket bans on demonstrations in some parts of France
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France to deploy 70,000 officers as it braces for weekend of protests – Europe live
Interior minister Laurent Nuñez defended blanket bans on demonstrations in some parts of France
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What to know about the weapons and tactics blamed for injuring French protesters
French police are under pressure to maintain security during expected protests while facing scrutiny over riot-control tactics
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French weekend protests to be limited to union demos only, says Macron
Some cities including Lyon and Nice have banned all protests, and the French president said only authorised demos would be allowed.
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Macron calls defence council ahead of weekend protests
Macron met intelligence chiefs on Thursday morning ahead of renewed protests, while the Prime Minister is due to meet political parties and mayors in the afternoon. Protest bans and curfews remain in force. #EuropeNews
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Diplomatic damage control in Oslo as Kyiv says US intel restored
Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn, penning this newsletter in the early hours from Brussels. In this edition: The diplomatic push to revive Ukraine peace talks, and how Hungary has surprised diplomats by stalling Kyiv’s accession talks. #EuropeToday
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France protests live: French government to deploy military for protests this weekend
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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France is divided over who to blame for weekend riots
In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.
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French Government Calls Emergency Meetings With Platforms Over Protests
TikTok and other sites were told to curb protest footage and AI-altered images, while online retailers like Vinted and eBay reportedly signed an agreement stop looted goods from flooding resale sites.
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France vows major security operation involving military this weekend
Some military forces from Operation Sentinelle will be deployed to free up police and gendarmes for the expected demonstrations, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said. #EuropeNews
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Marseille braces for more unrest after protests give way to 'apocalyptic' disorder
France's second city saw some of the worst violence as chaos gripped the country on Saturday.
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Curfews contribute to calm night in France after riots, says PM Lecornu
Sébastien Lecornu said new curfews for Tuesday night would be decided where necessary.
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Euronews press review: French newspapers dissect weekend of unrest
French newspapers examine the causes of a weekend of unrest, questioning the police response, violence and examining the role of the ultra-left. #EuropeNews
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France launches 'massive' law enforcement operation, PM says
Lecornu said nearly 200 investigators would analyse footage from the weekend to identify suspects in the Paris region alone after businesses were destroyed and looted after protests turned violent on Saturday. #EuropeNews
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France announces partial curfews after weekend of violence
It comes after cost-of-living protests descended into widespread violence and looting across France on Saturday. Clashes with police also continued on Sunday in some parts of the country. #EuropeNews
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Curfew imposed in parts of central Paris and other cities after rioting across France
It comes after the country's interior minister admits that police "lost control" in some cities.
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Macron increasingly isolated amid unrest across France
Saturday’s violent protests and looting across France have deepened Macron’s political isolation, raising questions over his authority. #EuropeNews
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Monday briefing: What you need to know about a weekend of chaos in France
In today’s newsletter: Violent riots and looting have dominated the headlines, but the unrest gripping the country and beyond reflects deeper public anger over everyday issues
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Macron rejects interior minister’s resignation as rioting and looting expose policing failures
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez offered his resignation over the weekend's rioting and looting in major cities, but President Emmanuel Macron asked him to stay
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French prime minister calls for ‘local and partial’ curfews after riots
Interior minister concedes police ‘lost control’, with forces in cities including Paris and Lyon overwhelmed after ‘lack of anticipation’
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What sparked the fiery protests in France – and how they could spread across Europe
Here’s everything you need to know about the nationwide movement
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French PM blames ‘ultra-left’ for exploiting protests as he seeks partial curfews – Europe live
Sébastien Lecornu says new measures will be put in place from tonight
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First Thing: US ambassador in rare diplomatic break with Israel over attack on US journalist
Mike Huckabee condemns attack on Washington Post photojournalist that has drawn lukewarm response from Israeli authorities
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France protests latest: French PM calls for curfews as fears of further violence grow
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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Macron calls for calm in France and warns rioting must not escalate
French President Emmanuel Macron gives a national address after widespread disorder and as some looting continued in Paris.
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Macron calls for calm in France and warns rioting must not escalate
French President Emmanuel Macron gives a national address after widespread disorder and as some looting continued in Paris.
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French government in crisis talks after ‘colossal failure of the state’
Ministers, officials and police under pressure over response to days of violent unrest in cities across France
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Over 1,800 arrested as France faces aftermath of nationwide protests – in pictures
Residents deal with broken windows and burnt out cars after tens of thousands of people take to the streets
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Paris police report 855 arrests after violent clashes and looting during protests
Paris police have arrested 855 people after violent clashes during a protest against rising living costs
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More than 1,200 arrested as protesters clash with police in France over living costs
Violent clashes are ongoing between police and protesters over high prices and weak public spending
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Arrests over France protests rise to 1,800, with whole streets in Paris ‘devastated’ – Europe live
Interior minister says ‘the Republic will not yield’ to France’s worst protests in years
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Arrests over France protests rise to 1,800, with whole streets in Paris ‘devastated’ – Europe live
Interior minister says ‘the Republic will not yield’ to France’s worst protests in years
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France's violent Saturday protests in 10 pictures
Addressing the protests in a post on social media on Saturday evening, French President Emmanuel Macron said there was "no place for violence" in France. #EuropeNews