France rocked by nationwide riots after cost-of-living protests

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Hundreds of thousands reportedly joined protests across France, many peacefully, but violent groups attacked public buildings, police vehicles and businesses. Paris streets were left with burned-out cars and shattered glass, while a tourist office in Lyon was set ablaze. The unrest is among France’s largest episodes of violence in years and has intensified political blame between centrist and left-wing leaders over economic pressures, public services and security.

Sources: BBC News, Associated Press, Euronews, The New York Times, The Straits Times