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Why do French officials disagree?

French officials often attribute civil unrest to specific domestic issues like social inequality or policing, rather than immigration. This contrasts sharply with Trump's narrative. Their focus on 'ultra-left groups and criminals' suggests a belief that the recent events are opportunistic rather than ideologically driven by migrants.

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