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Macron Blames Far Left for Threats to Republic
The article discussed the measures taken by the French authorities to curb the escalation of protests and violence following the October 17 demonstrations, which saw over half a million participants and an increase in clashes and property attacks. Authorities banned protests scheduled for Saturday in several cities, including Marseille and Lyon, and imposed strict security measures, maintaining curfews in certain areas to prevent a repeat of the violence. In response, President Emmanuel Macron accused groups from the far-left of attempting to overthrow the republic and inciting violence, emphasizing that the measures are focused on restoring calm. He permitted union protests only and continued the curfew in some regions. Meanwhile, the government is closely monitoring the situation from an security and judicial standpoint, with approximately 2,700 people having been detained since the start of the protests. These steps come amid criticism from opposition parties who view the measures as repressive, while political and security consultations continue to de-escalate the escalating social crisis ahead of the upcoming presidential elections.
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