New Clashes and Looting Reported in Paris Following Nationwide Protests

Police battled protesters in a Paris square and new looting was reported on Sunday, October 18, 2026, following nationwide rallies that descended into widespread chaos and looting on Saturday. Several hundred people gathered in Republique square, leading to police intervention with tear gas and stun grenades, and multiple arrests. The unrest, triggered by rising costs of living, has resulted in numerous injuries to police officers and significant property damage.