His remarks came as protests against the rising cost of living escalated into violence, with demonstrators clashing with police, while looting and fires were reported across several areas.
US President Donald Trump took a swipe at France over the violent unrest gripping the country, stating the country appeared to be a natural destination for “revolutions”.
In Limoges, a historic town hall that was more than 140 years old suffered extensive destruction after masked protesters allegedly broke into the building and set it on fire, according to the region’s top official.
Paris Mayor Emmanuel Gregoire said entire streets in the capital had been left devastated. Police fired tear gas and deployed water cannons to disperse demonstrators who hurled projectiles and set off fireworks at security personnel. Groups of masked young men reportedly set fire to parked vehicles and looted shops, causing extensive damage across parts of the city. A police facility in Bordeaux was also vandalised, while demonstrators in Lyon set fire to a tourist information office. French President Emmanuel Macron vowed to hold those responsible for the violence, vandalism and looting accountable, warning that they would face consequences for their actions.
Violent protest across France France witnessed widespread unrest on Saturday as demonstrations against rising inflation escalated into violent clashes between police and protesters, accompanied by looting, arson and damage to public property.
