Protests over living costs turn violent across France

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Paris: More than 1,200 people were arrested, and 150 police officers were injured after protests against rising living costs and deteriorating public services turned violent across France on Saturday.

Around 5.5 lakh people participated in demonstrations nationwide, according to the Interior Ministry.

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Clashes, arson and looting were reported in Paris and several other cities, with the historic town hall in Limoges severely damaged by fire.

President Emmanuel Macron vowed legal action against those responsible as student-led protests over school conditions expanded into wider demonstrations over economic hardship.

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