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Violent clashes, looting and burning buildings during France protests, with over 1,200 people arrested

The BBC reports violent clashes, looting and buildings set alight during protests across France, with more than 1,200 people arrested. The broadcaster has not given further detail on what triggered the unrest, the locations most affected, or the condition of any injured. The report is carried so far only by the BBC.

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