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What is a French state of emergency?
A state of emergency in France grants authorities exceptional powers, including wider search and arrest powers, and the ability to restrict movement and public gatherings. It's a significant step, which is why the Prime Minister suggested curfews were a more proportionate response to the current unrest.
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