France unrest: Macron blames far-left groups for violence

The French President said this in a televised address on Sunday evening, according to an Ukrinform correspondent. “Unrestrained violence was carried out in French cities by rioters from far-left groups, joined by numerous criminals. Shops were looted, and public buildings, businesses and town halls were attacked. Watching these scenes, we all asked ourselves: how can French people do this to France?” Macron said. He mentioned the arson attacks on the town hall in Limoges and the tourist office in Lyon, the break-in at Marseille City Hall, and the attack on the prefect’s residence in Bordeaux, stressing that there was no justification, explanation or excuse for these acts. “Those who destroyed property must pay.