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A woman walks past a vandalized bar the day after a demonstration against rising living costs, joining students' grievances, in Paris, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.

Video. France galvanised by shopkeepers who fought back against rioters

Updated: 19/10/2026 - 17:00 GMT+2

Social media videos of French shopkeepers and locals taking matters into their own hands and fighting back against rioters have seen an outpouring of public support and solidarity.

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