Macron addresses French people amid protests

French President Emmanuel Macron is addressing the country's population amid protests. According to the president's administration, he will make the statement today at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Late on Saturday night, amid the unrest, Macron published a statement on the social network X. In his words, "Those who looted and attacked administrative buildings and business premises, who even looted municipal buildings, will be held accountable and punished."

Clashes broke out during protests against the situation in schools and the rising cost of living in France. According to BBC, at least 1,200 people were detained. Buildings and vehicles were set on fire in the capital and other cities. As a result of a fire at the municipal building in Limoges, part of the roof collapsed.