https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/live-updates-france-deploys-vast-security-force-in-bid-to-prevent-more-riotsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/live-updates-france-deploys-vast-security-force-in-bid-to-prevent-more-riotshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/live-updates-france-deploys-vast-security-force-in-bid-to-prevent-more-riots#u158087Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:11:48 +0000France deployed a vast security force of about 70,000 police nationwide, including elite units usually used for counter-terrorism, to prevent a repeat of recent civil unrest. Cities implemented curfews and crowd restrictions, while major museums in Paris closed ahead of the demonstrations. Protests began across Paris and other regions following severe looting and street violence that left damage and fear on streets such as Paradise Street in Marseille. Marches remained largely peaceful until evening, when clashes broke out and police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters.Why i