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Macron faces political firestorm after riots

Macron faces political firestorm after riots
Financial Times Sunday 18 October 2026, 19:55 UTC 1 min read
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Worst street violence in years comes six months ahead of one of Europe’s most closely watched elections

Worst street violence in years comes six months ahead of one of Europe’s most closely watched elections [Image text:] ROWK POLICE ELECOM POLICE
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