French government holds crisis talks after 'colossal failure of the state'

The French government was in crisis talks on Sunday over its response to days of violent unrest in cities across France, with ministers, officials and police under pressure. Only one item was available, so details are limited.

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1. 18 Oct, 15:10 UTCThe Guardian covers French crisis talks

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• French government in crisis talks after ‘colossal failure of the state’The Guardian