Macron condemns “shocking” scenes of violence across France
PARIS, Oct 18 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron condemned on Sunday what he called the "dissenters" who looted and vandalised cities in "shocking" scenes across France on the sidelines of protests over the cost of living.
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PARIS, Oct 18 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron condemned on Sunday what he called the "dissenters" who looted and vandalised cities in "shocking" scenes across France on the sidelines of protests over the cost of living.
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