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French government in crisis talks after 'colossal failure of the…
Politicians on the left and right are demanding resignations as ministers, officials and police face pressure over how they handled days of unrest.
Watch it as it aired: Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Dale Bearman on this story, from Weekend Edition at 11:23 AM ET. Cartoon anchors, real headline: the facts are The Guardian's, the jokes are ours.

At a glance
- First reported by The Guardian: “French government in crisis talks after ‘colossal failure of the state’”.
- Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 11:23 AM ET on Weekend Edition, by Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Dale Bearman.
- Topics: French.
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What BBN said about it

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorBreaking news from The Guardian: France is gripped by crisis talks following one of its most turbulent nights in recent memory.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorAuthorities have taken more than two thousand into custody across multiple French cities.

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThis is analysis, but for ordinary people it likely means disruption in city centers and real uncertainty about who is in charge.

Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorBoth sides of the political spectrum are demanding resignations, though it remains unclear who will step down.

Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorHundreds of shops were destroyed and looted, and public buildings were burned. We'll bring you more as we get it.
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