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Damage from French Riots Surges Past 3,000 Shops

Damage from French Riots Surges Past 3,000 Shops

Oct 25, 2026 · James Parker

At least 3,000 French shops were damaged during weekend riots across multiple cities, doubling the initial estimate from just one day prior. The unrest, sparked

Why France Faces Recurring Unrest

Why France Faces Recurring Unrest

Oct 24, 2026 · James Parker

When I began studying contemporary France as a graduate student in 2006, the nation was still recovering from widespread urban violence sparked by the electrocu