18
Oct
France witnessed widespread unrest on Saturday as protests over rising living costs and deteriorating public services escalated into violent clashes in several cities. The historic city hall in Limoges was set ablaze, while authorities reportedly detained around 1,200 people amid the turmoil. What began as demonstrations over mounting economic pressures and concerns about public services turned violent in some locations, adding to tensions across the country. The scale of the disturbances placed renewed attention on public frustration over the cost of living and the accessibility of essential services. The fire at Limoges city hall emerged as one of the most…