President Emmanuel Macron says public order must be restored after months of protests and vows to transform France
French President Emmanuel Macron addresses the French nation following a massive fire at Notre Dame Cathedral, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, April 16, 2019.
He vowed that after almost half a year of sometimes violent “yellow vest” protests against his rule, “today, above all, public order will return and with it an essential accord” in French society. While his promises are expected to respond to some demonstrators' grievances, other critics are likely to dismiss them as too little, too late.
Government spokeswoman Sibeth Ndiaye said Macron's party leaders and government members will meet on Monday to figure out the best schedule to implement the new measures. "I'm tired, sorry," he wrote, referring to comments, insults, and threats against his family that he suggested had come from within the protest movement.
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