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WorldFrance unrest: 19th-century historic building torched as politicians reveal divisions

French President Emmanuel Macron urged people to maintain “calm and order” after widespread rioting and looting. Some 550,000 people had joined largely peaceful protests over fuel prices, the cost of living and public services before violence erupted. A 19th-century town hall in Limoges was set on fire, and its roof and bell tower collapsed. Politicians offered sharply divided accounts of the unrest and police response.

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France unrest: 19th-century historic building torched as politicians reveal divisions
France unrest: 19th-century historic building torched as politicians reveal divisionsWorld