French PM vows stronger security as country prepares for more protests
French prime minister Sebastien Lecornu and Interior Minister Laurent Nunez both faced tough questions from members of parliament over the handling of last…
France 24 reports: French prime minister Sebastien Lecornu and Interior Minister Laurent Nunez both faced tough questions from members of parliament over the handling of last weekend's violence.
Lecornu has promised a massive deployment of police for future protests, while Nunez said the military will be used to back up the security forces. Details by FRANCE 24’s Ellen Gainsford live from the prime minister's office.
This world story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include French PM, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez and Sebastien Lecornu.
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