US President Donald Trump on Sunday blamed “immigration of people” for the widespread unrest in France as violent protests broke out in Paris, Nice, Marseille and other cities over rising inflation.
The immigration of people from an entirely different world, people with hatred in their hearts, has shattered that once great country. “No room for violence in our Republic. Close your Borders and take control before it is too late!
The US president’s comment came as the police in France reportedly arrested at least 1,800 people across the country after violent groups clashed with officers and looted shops during protests over rising living costs. French President Emmanuel Macron was to give a televised address at 1800 GMT on Sunday, AFP reported, citing his office.
Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said, “France is burning! “Close your Borders and take control, before it is too late,” the US President added. The broadcast was to take place after a meeting between Macron and various ministers, the Elysee said. Trump said.
Earlier reporting noted: US President Donald Trump has commented on the unrest in France, linking it to immigration. Earlier reporting noted: “France is burning! Authorities informed that masked groups on Saturday set fires and attacked public buildings, including city halls, in various cities, according to a report by the Associated Press. Those who have broken, attacked the prefectures as well as businesses, looted even our town halls, will be prosecuted and punished,” the French President said in an X post on Saturday.
