WorldResidents shocked after historic French town hall is set alight
A historic town hall in Limoges was damaged in an apparent arson attack after nationwide protests on Saturday. Online footage showed the 19th-century building ablaze, and its clock tower spire later collapsed. Residents watched firefighters assess the structure on Sunday; officials have not said whether it might collapse. One resident called damaging heritage buildings over anger at the government selfish.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-18 22:22Original
Residents shocked after historic French town hall is set alight
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