https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/macron-vows-full-transparency-in-france-after-protests-turn-to-widespread-unrestContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/macron-vows-full-transparency-in-france-after-protests-turn-to-widespread-unresthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/macron-vows-full-transparency-in-france-after-protests-turn-to-widespread-unrest#u145819Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:21:58 +0000President Emmanuel Macron has promised "full transparency" and increased security following a weekend of violent protests across France. The unrest, driven by the rising cost of living, resulted in over 1,800 arrests, widespread looting, and the destruction of a historic town hall. Macron condemned those who "sought to bring down the Republic" and insisted that those who looted must reimburse their damages. While he has rejected a minister's resignation, he has stopped short of declaring a state of emergency or implementing a national curfew.Why it mattersThe demonstra