France Protests: Cars torched, shops looted as police arrest 272 demonstrators
Police arrested at least 272 demonstrators across France as protests escalated into clashes, with incidents of looting and vandalism reported. The unrest, fueled by rising prices and social inequality, saw police deploying tear gas and water cannons in Paris. Authorities closed metro stations and heightened security, while many protesters participated in peaceful marches, highlighting the ongoing public discontent.