French cities like a 'war zone' as violent protests spread | ABC NEWS

Violent protests over the cost of living and public sector cuts have continued for a second day in France as unrest spread to other European countries such as Belgium, Italy, Portugal and Albania.
French President Emmanuel Macron has addressed the nation to condemn destructive acts and vowed to prosecute perpetrators.
Meanwhile, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is refusing calls to step down as demonstrations entered their sixth day.

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