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Macron says world leaders have made 'stupid' comments on France riots based on fake AI videos

France 2421 October 2026, 11:48 UTCFrance

French President Emmanuel Macron took aim at world leaders including US President Donald Trump for trying to exploit the riots and looting that broke out alongside peaceful demonstrations in France Saturday for their own political advantage. Another wave of demonstrations against France's worsening cost of living is planned for the coming Saturday.

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