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A ‘Doom Loop’ Threatens France as Populism Confronts Markets

The turmoil shows the profound challenges facing governments stuck between unhappy citizens and wary bond investors.

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Police officers during civil unrest in Paris on Sunday.
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France Imposes Curfews in Parts of Paris and Other Cities After Nationwide Rioting

The interior minister acknowledged that the police were underprepared for the scale of the riots. But Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu defended their efforts and pledged to restore order.

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Police officers in Paris during protests on Saturday.
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Why Are There Protests in France?

France imposed scattered curfews on Monday after weekend protests over living costs and poor school conditions devolved into riots.

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Forensic officers examining the tourist office in Lyon, France.
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