France protests erupt into nationwide violence

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The unrest follows nearly a month of student protests and broader public anger over economic pressures and declining services. While many demonstrations remained peaceful, violent groups caused extensive disruption in several cities, including the reported burning of a historic town hall in Limoges. The scale and geographic spread of the violence make the crisis the most consequential immediate international development in the available coverage, with authorities facing pressure to restore order while addressing the grievances driving the protests.

Sources: BBC News, CNN, The Straits Times, Asharq Al-Awsat