This photograph shows a television monitor broadcasting France's President Emmanuel Macron giving a speech from the Elysee Presidential Palace and subtitles reading "Those who tried to bring down the Republic will have to answer for it", the day after riots and looting on the sidelines of nationwide protests against the "high cost of living", in Paris on October 18, 2026. France's Interior Minister said 1,800 people were arrested in protests across the country on October 17, and 600 police officers, gendarmes and firefighters were hurt during clashes. On October 17, 550,000 people took part in demonstrations against the high cost of living, including 110,000 in Paris, according to official figures. In many cities across France, the day of protests descended into chaos, marked by clashes and looting. (Photo by Ludovic MARIN / AFP via Getty Images)