France protests escalate as public buildings set ablaze, shops looted across cities; 400 arrested

Violent protests occurred across France as people expressed their frustration over rising living costs and inadequate school conditions. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez reported about 400 arrests were made during the demonstrations. While some protests were peaceful, others involved clashes with police, leading to injuries and property damage. President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence, promising prosecution for those who vandalized public property.