French cities report calm after targeted curfews, prime minister says
Source Summary
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu reported overnight calm in cities following targeted curfews implemented to address weekend protests and violence. The French parliament has reached a political agreement to formally open an inquiry into the recent protests, violence, and law enforcement responses.
Why it matters
The French government's use of targeted curfews and parliament's decision to investigate the unrest and law enforcement response reflect the scale and political sensitivity of the recent civil disturbances.
What remains uncertain
The source does not specify whether additional curfews will be introduced, only that Prime Minister Lecornu suggested more could be implemented.
