French PM alleges ultra-left forces plan ‘deep unrest’ before 2027 election and announces heightened security for Oct. 24 protests

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu accused ultra-left forces of planning “deep unrest” in France ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. He announced a large-scale security operation for new protests scheduled for Saturday, October 24, including a stronger military presence.

Separately, French special services and police arrested 34-year-old eco-activist Hodei Ciarra, described in the post as an ultra-left radical. He set fire to Limoges Town Hall.