Curfew imposed in France amid protests

Curfew and restrictions

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has instructed the heads of regions and departments to impose a partial and localized curfew. According to the Paris Police Prefecture, a curfew is in effect in several districts of the capital from 23:00 on Monday until 06:00 on Tuesday, and demonstrations are prohibited from 20:00. Restrictions have also been implemented in Lyon, Nice, and Lille. According to Nice Mayor Éric Ciotti, the curfew there applies only to minors. According to Interpressnews, the restriction in Paris applies to minors, individuals equipped with protective gear, and those who cover their faces. 1TV+7

Unrest and legal response

The French Prime Minister stated that the government intends to investigate the issue of organizing the unrest and noted that far-left groups and criminal elements participated in the violence. The government has announced a financial aid package for affected businesses. According to Rustavi2, the Ministry of Justice has issued a directive to prosecutors to reclassify cases under the "organized crime" article. 1TV+1

Amid the protests, during political debates, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu expressed full confidence in Minister of the Interior Laurent Nuñez. In this regard, Rustavi2 writes that the Minister of the Interior submitted a resignation request to the President, but Emmanuel Macron did not grant this request. 1TV+1