Violence broke out across France on Saturday during the latest day of demonstrations against hardship in schools and the cost of living, with an estimated 550,000 people taking to the streets.
At least 1,200 people were arrested during what the French government described as an escalation in violence. Buildings were set alight in the capital and other areas, including Limoges where a large fire in the town hall caused the roof to partly collapse.
In Paris, there were significant clashes into the evening with riot police, who used tear gas and water cannon on crowds. Looting broke out in several cities, alongside widespread vandalism targeting city halls and businesses.