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France Cracks Down on Prison Drug Networks Amid Violence

4/17/2025

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Following a wave of violent prison attacks in France, Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin declared a decisive action against drug networks thriving behind bars. The group "DDPF," which claims to champion prisoners' rights, has been linked to the chaos. President Macron pledged to ensure accountability for the assailants, highlighting urgent reforms to protect prison staff from growing threats.

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Following a wave of violent prison attacks in France, Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin declared a decisive action against drug networks thriving behind bars. The group "DDPF," which claims to champion prisoners' rights, has been linked to the chaos. President Macron pledged to ensure accountability for the assailants, highlighting urgent reforms to protect prison staff from growing threats.