France was rocked by waves of violent protests on the weekend. Following protest marches against social problems, there were arsonist attacks, vandalism and street clashes in several cities across the country. President Emmanuel Macron spoke of "rioters from far-left groups" engaging in acts of violence together with criminal groups. Europe's press takes a closer look.

Ten days after announcing his diesel deal with Vladimir Putin, criticism of Donald Trump is mounting. The US President has now called on Ukraine to halt its attacks on Russian refineries and is stepping up the pressure on President Zelensky. Europe's press debates whether Trump is thus promoting Russia's interests, and how Europe should respond.

After the wave of protests in Spain, the housing crisis is now also sparking mass demonstrations in Portugal. Activists set up protest camps in the main squares of Lisbon and Porto on the weekend. European commentators look at why governments are failing to come up with convincing responses.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's ruling Ano party has suffered a crushing defeat in senatorial and regional elections in the Czech Republic. The party failed to retain a single Senate seat and has lost support across the country. The result comes as a blow to Babiš, who had campaigned on the strength of far-reaching election pledges. The Czech press discusses causes and consequences.

There has been another wave of school protests across France. According to official figures, 160,000 people took to the country's streets on Tuesday. The organisers put the figure at 480,000. Access to numerous universities was also blocked by the demonstrations. Further protests in which university students and trade unions also intend to take part are planned for Saturday. Europe's press looks at the reasons for the protests and why they are spreading to other sections of the population.