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"Police have a responsibility both to ensure that protests can take place peacefully and safely and to protect the public from violent disorder," said Eva Cosse, senior Europe researcher at Human Rights Watch.
From Barron's ● Oct. 24, 2026
Inflation is a growing global problem in general, he noted, adding that it was “disheartening” to read of violent protests across Europe due to the high cost of living.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2026
So many people I've spoken to in France since Saturday's riots emphasise the importance in making a clear distinction between angry but peaceful protestors, and those intent on wreaking violent havoc.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026
Bond yields remain elevated due to a selloff in French bonds after the latest violent unrest in the country, ANZ Research analysts say in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026
On the other hand, David Johnston had been concerned about a violent eruption since the moment he set foot on Mount St. Helens.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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