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French cities calm overnight after curfews imposed to quell violence, PM says

BBC News October 20, 2026 15 views
French cities calm overnight after curfews imposed to quell violence, PM says

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French cities reported a quiet night after authorities imposed curfews to curb rising violence, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said.

The curfews were introduced in several urban areas where incidents of unrest had escalated, with the aim of restoring public order and preventing further clashes.

Police officers noted a marked decline in disturbances overnight, and the streets of the affected cities were noticeably calmer than the days that preceded the restrictions.

Lecornu said new curfews for Tuesday night would be decided where necessary, indicating that the government will assess the situation before implementing further measures.

“New curfews for Tuesday night would be decided where necessary,” said Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.

The curfew policy is part of a broader effort to stabilise the situation, with officials monitoring its impact and preparing for possible adjustments if required.

<small>Source: BBC News — read the original story there.</small>

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