# France says local authorities can extend curfews where needed

https://mins.news/en/video/107626

- France 24 English, 2026-10-20 09:49 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1OCuWJxOAo

> After weekend protests and riots across France, the government imposed curfews in parts of Paris and several other cities. The night in Paris passed without disturbance, and Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said local authorities can extend the curfews if necessary.

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