Protests that have been ongoing in France for several days have intensified, with citizens taking to the streets to express their grievances over rising inflation, unemployment, and a lack of educational facilities.

Curfews have been imposed in several areas of France to contain the violence, while labor unions have called for a strike on November 5.

In Paris and various other cities, protesters engaged in acts of vandalism and set fires on the streets. To bring the violent unrest under control, curfews were implemented in Paris, Lyon, Nice, and some northern regions, while public gatherings have been banned in Marseille.

President Macron has ordered that the violent protesters be dealt with according to the law. Over the course of these days-long demonstrations, more than 2,000 people have been arrested, and 1,000 police officers have sustained injuries.

In light of the current situation, the European Union has advised citizens traveling to France to exercise caution.