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What began as joyous celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain’s historic 5-0 Champions League victory quickly turned violent across France. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau expressed deep anger over the “extreme violence” that engulfed the nation, with more than 563 arrests reported. In Paris, rioters looted shops along the Champs Élysées, including a sports store, while chaos led to a fatal scooter accident. Elsewhere, a 17-year-old was stabbed to death during street parties in Dax. A police officer suffered serious eye injuries after fireworks erupted in a confrontation. Retailleau warned that future sporting events would demand massive security efforts as the night of triumph became marred by bloodshed and disorder.
