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French authorities have extended and tightened overnight curfews in several cities following violent protests and looting linked to rising living costs and concerns over school conditions.
Restrictions have been expanded in Paris and Lyon, while Marseille has introduced a curfew targeting minors in parts of the city centre.
In Paris, curfews have been extended in parts of Place de la République and Les Halles. Restrictions on unauthorised gatherings have also been renewed in several key areas, including around the Élysée Palace, the National Assembly and the Champs-Élysées.
In Lyon, the curfew in the city centre has been extended from 9pm to 6am, while restrictions on gatherings have been brought forward to 4pm.
Marseille has imposed a curfew for minors from 10pm to 5am in parts of the city centre for several days.
Authorities in Toulouse have also announced nightly curfews from midnight to 5am from Thursday through Sunday. Existing restrictions in Bordeaux and Nice will remain unchanged.
According to the report, around 550,000 people took part in approximately 110 demonstrations across France last Saturday, including 110,000 in Paris.
Police have arrested around 400 people nationwide in connection with the protests.
