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- France's government considered declaring a state of emergency and imposing local curfews after weekend riots.
- Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu blamed an ultra-left movement for the disorder ahead of the April election.
- Justice Ministry reported more than 2,500 arrests nationwide during the protests.
- Authorities estimated 550,000 demonstrators on Saturday.
- Organizers claimed up to 800,000 participants.
