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French authorities announced on Monday, October 19, 2026, the imposition of a partial nightly curfew in specific areas of several cities, including Paris, Lille, and Nice, following acts of violence, vandalism, and looting witnessed in various regions over the weekend.
Paris police announced a curfew in specific parts of the Republic Square and the "Les Halles" area, from 11 PM to 6 AM. Measures in other cities include nightly restrictions targeting minors in certain areas.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu confirmed that the measures would be local and limited, aimed at protecting residents, property, and businesses, while ruling out a nationwide curfew at present.
These measures come in the wake of a wave of vandalism and looting that affected a number of shops and public buildings, amidst a heavy security presence and government efforts to restore calm to the affected areas.
