Bookstore owner provokes France protests
During the protests in France that began on October 17, 2026, and led to widespread riots and looting, an unusual scene unfolded: a bookstore owner sat quietly in front of his shop, holding a sign that read "Welcome... Open," amidst the destroyed streets, smoke, and the devastation left by assaults on shops and businesses. Remarkably, the owner's bookstore appeared to be undamaged, despite the destruction and looting of hundreds of other stores, raising questions about why it remained intact. Reports indicate that the protests were triggered by rising living costs and educational issues, and the acts of vandalism primarily targeted valuable goods. The damages are estimated at hundreds of millions of euros, with approximately 3,000 stores affected, as well as the destruction of public buildings, shopfronts, and widespread looting.
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