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Spire collapses at historic Limoges town hall amid violent protests across France
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· October 18, 2026
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Major protests taking place across France on Saturday turned violent in a number of parts of the country as demonstrators clashed with police. Authorities said around 550,000 people took part in the protests nationwide.
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Key points Authorities said around 550,000 people took part in the protests nationwide. Major protests taking place across France on Saturday turned violent in a number of parts of the country as demonstrators clashed with police. More safety Today’s briefing Local events
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