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Trump Blames Immigration as France Burns

U.S. President Donald Trump tied the wave of street protests in France to immigration, claiming the country was being destroyed by newcomers who hate it, while French officials reported 2,000 arrests, 600 injured officers and widespread damage.

Trump Blames Immigration as France Burns
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Democracy News Live Desk
Date
18 Oct 2026
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Trump Sounds Alarm Over Immigration

U.S. President Donald Trump has linked the large-scale street protests in France to migration, stating that immigration has 'ruined' the country. He has called on Paris to close its borders to prevent further chaos.

Coverage
Protests Grow Over Wages and Services

The article discusses the context of the protests in France, which have been ongoing for over a month, involving public sector workers, trade union activists, and students demanding higher wages and better education conditions.

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“Close your Borders and take control, before it is too late!” - President DONALD J. TRUMP https://t.co/6vXWkZwYVJ

1:06 PM · 18 Oct 2026
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Trump Links Unrest to Migration

U.S. President Donald Trump blamed immigration for the destruction in France, as Paris and other cities faced widespread violence. French authorities reported 2,000 arrests and 600 injured police during the riots.

L’immigration de personnes issues d’un monde totalement différent, de personnes qui portent la haine dans leur cœur, a brisé ce pays autrefois grand.

Violence Spreads Across Cities

The violence erupted following nationwide demonstrations against the rising cost of living and deteriorating public services, with at least 1,500 businesses damaged and hundreds of millions of euros in losses.

Trump’s Fiery Tweet

US President Donald Trump, following French protests, tweeted 'La France brûle!' and criticized French immigration policy, comparing it to importing the 'third world.'

Vance Warns About Assimilation

His vice-president, JD Vance, also commented on the issue, suggesting Western liberals imported diversity without considering assimilation.

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“Close your Borders and take control, before it is too late!” - President DONALD J. TRUMP https://t.co/plHwHYVm1E

5:15 PM · 18 Oct 2026
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French Claim About Immigration’s Toll

L’immigration de personnes issues d’un monde totalement différent, de personnes qui portent la haine dans leur cœur, a brisé ce pays autrefois grand.

Coverage
Looting and Destruction in Paris

Hundreds of stores were looted in Paris alone, with entire streets systematically destroyed.

Arrests and Injuries Reported

French authorities reported 2,000 arrests and 600 injured police and security personnel.

The Burning Country Quote

People from a totally different world, who hate our country, are burning it!

Ukrainian Language Echo

Франція палає! Імміграція людей із зовсім іншого світу, людей, у серцях яких панує ненависть, зруйнувала цю колись велику країну

Conflicting Arrest Figures

1,800 -- number of people arrested 2,000 -- arrests

Police Injuries Tally

600 -- injured police and security personnel

Business Damage Count

1,500 -- damaged businesses

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