France's central government will impose curfews in some areas after weekend riots and looting, with Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu ruling out a blanket curfew in Paris but not a state of emergency in the capital. Around 800,000 people protested over public services and rising living costs, while violent fringe groups set fire to buildings, looted shops and attacked police. More than 2,000 people have been arrested, and Marseille has banned public gatherings from midday to 8pm. According to Sky News, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has decided to approve an emergency decree to fight violent riots.
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