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French authorities imposed curfews in cities across France, including Paris, Bordeaux, Nice and Lyon, early on October 20, 2026, as police sought to stop looting linked to ongoing protests. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said declaring a nationwide state of emergency was not off the table if unrest continued. The curfews represent an escalation in the government's response to the disorder, which has spread to multiple urban centers. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely amid concerns the unrest could intensify further.