WTF? Macron just nullified the election because he didn't like the results!!!!

[frigidweirdo]

"Riot" is a bit strong, but demonstrate massively and block things from functioning, yes. As with any democratic republic, the freedom to protest leads to protests that infringe on freedoms.

Riot is about right.

France riots ease as mayors hold anti-violence rally

French mayors denounce "extreme violence" of the protests which swept the country for almost a week.

www.bbc.com

"France riots ease as mayors hold anti-violence rally"

4 July 2023