WorldMore than 500,000 protest in France as violence escalates

Protests across France over rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated into violence and looting, with more than 2,400 people arrested. President Emmanuel Macron called for an end to the violence, while Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu ordered curfews in some areas. Marine Le Pen also urged an end to the violence, describing a crisis of trust and authority.