19.10.2026 16:02
US President Donald Trump claimed that France, where protests against the high cost of living have intensified, has been "taken over" by immigrants and argued that the country should immediately close its borders. During the Yellow Vest protests, shops were looted in many cities, especially Paris, and the historic city hall in Limoges was set on fire.
US President Donald Trump claimed that France, where protests have escalated, has been "taken over" by immigrants.
Trump made a statement on his social media account regarding the protests that began in France against the cost of living.
HE CALLED FOR THE BORDERS TO BE CLOSED IMMEDIATELY
The US President argued that immigrants have "taken over" the country and that France must immediately close its borders.
LOOTING AND FIRES ACROSS THE COUNTRY
In France, the Yellow Vests movement, supported by different segments of society, especially high school students, farmers and climate activists, is protesting against the cost of living at hundreds of different locations.
During the demonstrations, tensions between police and protesters increased and violent incidents occurred in many cities, especially Paris.
During the demonstrations, in which many shops, including branches of luxury brands, were looted, the historic city hall in the city of Limoges was set on fire.