# Fires and clashes erupt across France amid nationwide protests

https://mins.news/en/video/104685

- France 24 English, 2026-10-17 22:19 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7Gu8H4cssg

> Police and protesters clashed across France on Saturday, alongside widespread looting and multiple fires. Nationwide marches against soaring inflation deteriorated into street violence.

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