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PoliticsFrench PM says ‘ultra-left’ seeks ‘deep unrest’ ahead of election

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu accused the “ultra-left movement” on Monday of seeking to orchestrate deep unrest nationwide ahead of next year’s presidential election. FRANCE 24 International Affairs Editor Angela Diffley looks back at his remarks after violent protests shook the country over the weekend.

FFrance 24 English 2026-10-19 14:20