French Interior Minister, 'in some cities we have lost control'
Quick Look
- French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez admitted that police lost control in some cities during violent demonstrations.
- He submitted his resignation to Emmanuel Macron, who rejected it.
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Why It Matters
Violent demonstrations erupted in several French cities over the weekend.
(ANSA-AFP) - PARIS, OCTOBER 19 - French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez admitted that the police "lost control" in some cities during the violent demonstrations that broke out across the country at the weekend.
He spoke of a "lack of foresight" in the preparations and announced that he had submitted his resignation to President Emmanuel Macron, "as I felt responsible for everything that happened".
Macron did not accept his resignation.
Open Questions
- Which cities were most affected?
- What measures will the government take to restore security?




