French police arrested more than 1,800 people as protests, violence erupt across country — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/french-police-arrested-more-than-1-800-people-as-protests-violence-erupt-across-countryContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. France Arrests Over 1,800 After Nationwide Protests Turn Violenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/french-police-arrested-more-than-1-800-people-as-protests-violence-erupt-across-countryhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/french-police-arrested-more-than-1-800-people-as-protests-violence-erupt-across-country#u142580Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:26:30 +0000French authorities arrested more than 1,800 people following widespread demonstrations that deteriorated into riots, arson, and looting across the country. Police deployed tear gas in Paris near the Place de la Republique after masked groups hurled fireworks and other objects at officers. Demonstrators torched vehicles, smashed storefront glass, and set fire to Limoges City Hall. The nationwide unrest left over 500 police officers, gendarmes, and firefighters injured, according to officials. French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez stated that the violence caused millions of dollars in damages d