Bad riots in France
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In France there was much violence at the weekend. Many people went on the street. They protested against high prices for food. Many protests were calm. But small groups broke many things.
Rioters burned cars and houses. They stormed about 1500 shops. Luxury shops in Paris and Marseille were robbed too. The thieves stole expensive watches and clothes. The damage is very big. Shop owners feel alone.
The police caught nearly 2400 people. Over 1000 policemen got hurt in fights. Minister Laurent Nuñez admitted mistakes. He wanted to step down from office. But President Macron said no. The minister stays in office.
Macron wants to talk with many groups. He plans meetings with teachers, students and unions. They want to find solutions together. He speaks against the violence. Experts warn of more protests next weekend.
Rioters burned cars and houses. They stormed about 1500 shops. Luxury shops in Paris and Marseille were robbed too. The thieves stole expensive watches and clothes. The damage is very big. Shop owners feel alone.
The police caught nearly 2400 people. Over 1000 policemen got hurt in fights. Minister Laurent Nuñez admitted mistakes. He wanted to step down from office. But President Macron said no. The minister stays in office.
Macron wants to talk with many groups. He plans meetings with teachers, students and unions. They want to find solutions together. He speaks against the violence. Experts warn of more protests next weekend.
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Definitions
- Union
- A group that helps workers.
People
- Emmanuel Macron
- He is the president of France.
- Laurent Nuñez
- He is the interior minister of France.
Locations
- France
- A country in Europe.
- Paris
- The capital city of France.
- Marseille
- A big port city in the south of France.
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