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486 arrested on fifth night of unrest, 45,000 police officers deployed nationwide

French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin on Saturday announced the mobilisation of 45,000 police officers who will be deployed across France Saturday night. More than 2,000 people nationwide have been arrested for rioting over the killing of teenager Nahel M. by police, the interior ministry said Sunday. The victim was buried…

France 24 · Jul 1, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2023

Over 900 arrested following fourth night of violence across France

Rioting raged in cities around France for a fourth consecutive night despite massive police deployment, with cars and buildings set ablaze and stores looted. This comes as family and friends prepare to bury the 17-year-old whose killing by police on Tuesday unleashed the unrest.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 1, 2023

Shooting in France shows US is not alone in struggles with racism, police brutality

The events in France following the death of a 17-year-old shot by police in a Paris suburb are drawing parallels to the racial reckoning in the U.S. that began in 2020 with the killing of George Floyd

The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2023

Former PSG coach Christophe Galtier to stand trial in racism probe

Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier has been summoned to stand trial in December as part of an investigation into racism allegations at his former club Nice, a prosecutor said Friday.

France 24 · Jul 1, 2023

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Tribune News Service · Jun 30, 2023

France is roiled by protests after police killed a teenager. Here's why

More than 400 arrests were made in a fifth night of rioting around the country. Nahel M.'s killing is a rallying call, similar to how George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis sparked intense protests.

WEKU · Jun 30, 2023

France deploys 45,000 police to quell 'unacceptable' riots

PARIS - France on Friday deployed 45,000 officers backed by light armoured vehicles to tackle a fourth straight night of violent protests after the fatal police shooting of a teenager.

Bangkok Post · Jun 30, 2023

Paris police prep for 'war' against 'hordes' of rioters as cops with shields line streets

The UK Foreign Office has warned Brits planning to travel to Paris to be aware of the risk of curfews and travel restrictions during the ongoing riots, with police in the French capital threatening to revolt

Daily Mirror · Jun 30, 2023

Wimbledon Women’s Seed Report: Can Anyone Beat Iga Świątek?

The Polish star is coming off her fourth Major title and is primed to add to her trophy cabinet.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 30, 2023