# France unrest: PM orders curfews, hints at declaring emergency; over 2,400 arrested

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-19T11:38:30+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/france-unrest-pm-orders-curfews-hints-at-declaring-emergency-over-2400-arrested-top-developments/articleshow/135047682.cms
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/france-unrest-pm-orders-curfews-hints-at-declaring-emergency-over-2-40-84189e/

France has experienced significant unrest following protests over rising living costs and public services, resulting in violence and property damage. More than 2,400 people were arrested nationwide as rioters targeted shops, city halls, and public offices. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu instructed local authorities to consider curfews to prevent further violence while reviewing policing policies

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