France

A video claiming to show recent riots in Paris has gained traction online, but it actually depicts unrest from December 2022. French officials have confirmed its misrepresentation, relating it to protests following a racially motivated shooting in the city, with significant misinformation circulating on social media.

In a televised address from the Élysée Palace, Macron acknowledged the voters’ message and emphasised the need for “a clear majority in serenity and harmony” to counter the far-right’s progress.

The unrest began last week following a decision by lawmakers in Paris to permit more French residents to vote in local elections, a change that indigenous leaders claim will diminish the political influence of native people.

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