Historic Limoges town hall spire collapses in flames amid protests
A historic town hall in the French city of Limoges was badly damaged after a fire tore through the building during nationwide protests. The clock tower spire collapsed in flames, with eyewitnesses capturing the moment the turret fell. Local authorities said the town hall was largely lost in the blaze.The local prefecture said the fire was started deliberately. Fire crews were still battling the blaze late into the night, according to the supplied report. The incident unfolded as protests spread across France, adding a high-profile act of destruction to a day of unrest.The town hall is one of Limoges' most... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Oct 2026 02:29 LONDON
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France cost-of-living protests turn violent nationwide
Large demonstrations over the cost of living and education standards escalated into violence across France on Saturday, with police confronting protesters in several cities. The unrest spread nationwide and included fires, clashes and arrests, according to the supplied reports. In Paris and other areas, buildings were set alight, while a town hall fire was reported in Limoges.More than 550,000 people took part in the demonstrations, making it one of the most turbulent days of protest in France in decades. Police were deployed across the country and used tear gas and water cannon in response to disorder in some locations. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Oct 2026 22:30 LONDON
