# Watch: Are France’s riots a warning of an intense election ahead?

https://mins.news/en/item/106945

- BBC News, 2026-10-19 13:43 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/ckzd60dy746qo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> Rioting, looting and vandalism spread across France over the weekend as protests spiralled out of control. The demonstrations began with students protesting school conditions last month before widening to reflect other public concerns. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said local authorities could impose partial curfews to protect people and businesses. The report considers what the violence may signal about the upcoming election.

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