In a significant escalation following the death of far-right activist Quentin Deranque, President Emmanuel Macron has called for calm as tensions rise across France. Deranque, 23, succumbed to brain injuries sustained from a brutal beating in Lyon, leading to widespread outrage and protests. Over 3,000 people marched in his honor on Saturday, underscoring the deep divisions within French society. Macron's administration is under pressure to address the rising violence and political extremism, particularly as far-right groups prepare for further demonstrations in response to the tragedy. Macron has ordered a review of violent activist groups, emphasizing the need for a firm stance against extremism from both the far-left and far-right factions.
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Protests Erupt in Lyon Following Far-Right Activist Deranque's Death

Following far-right activist Quentin Deranque's death, Macron calls for calm amid rising tensions in France. Protests erupt, and scrutiny on far-left groups intensifies as elections approach.
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