# Shops demolished in France after weekend riots nationwide

https://mins.news/en/item/106033

- France 24, 2026-10-19 09:58 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261019-french-shops-demolished-after-weekend-riots-across-the-country

> Protests across France have led to widespread looting and violence, with shopfronts destroyed and thousands of euros’ worth of goods stolen. At an emergency meeting with senior officials on Sunday, President Macron warned looters would have to pay for the damage.

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