Paris protests turn violent: riot police clash with demonstrators after nightfall

Mostly peaceful protests in Paris escalated into clashes between demonstrators and riot police after nightfall, with fireworks and tear gas reported. The unrest follows a pattern of sporadic violence during otherwise peaceful demonstrations, but the trigger for the escalation remains unclear. The incident signals potential for broader social instability in France.

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