The violence is part of nationwide marches by students, teachers, and Yellow Vest protesters against inflation and education cuts. These actions follow earlier breaches of the Marseille City Hall, where rioters smashed a national symbol, and the torching of a tourism office in Lyon. France's prime minister vowed the government will not let a political agenda be imposed through force, as approval for President Emmanuel Macron has fallen to 15%.
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Rioters Burn Limoges Town Hall and Loot Dozens of Stores in France
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French security forces and demonstrators clashed violently in Paris and other urban centers on Saturday, leaving one protester with a severed hand and several municipal buildings in flames. Protesters in Limoges set fire to the entrance of the local town hall, while looters in various cities broke into and stripped the inventory of dozens of retail shops.
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