France rocked by violent cost-of-living protests

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The unrest spread across multiple French cities during the third consecutive weekend of protests, although many demonstrations began peacefully. Authorities reported hundreds of arrests as anger over living costs intensified, making the violence the most immediate large-scale domestic security crisis highlighted in current global coverage. The demonstrations come amid broader economic pressure, including reports that the French economy unexpectedly contracted, raising concern that weaker growth could further fuel public frustration.

Sources: BBC, Euronews, Business Mirror