Macron warns: 'Nothing justifies' protest violence

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Macron warns: 'Nothing justifies' protest violence
French President Emmanuel Macron said "nothing justifies" the violence seen during nationwide protests, in an address to the nation on Sunday. The demonstrations, held a day earlier, brought hundreds of thousands of people to the streets. Protesters voiced anger over the rising cost of living and poor school conditions. Over the weekend, violent groups clashed with police officers and looted shops. Police arrested more than 2,300 people.