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Fact-Check: No, Protesters Did Not Set Fire to the Eiffel Tower During Paris Riots
Fact-check: Did protesters set fire to the Eiffel Tower in Paris amid French riots?
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Amid violent riots in Paris following Paris Saint-Germain's UEFA Champions League victory, misleading videos circulated claiming the Eiffel Tower was on fire. However, authorities confirmed that the iconic structure was not damaged, despite significant unrest, including over 900 arrests and numerous injuries.
- 01Over 900 arrests were made during the riots following PSG's UEFA Champions League victory.
- 02French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence, stating, 'This is not football, this is not sport.'
- 03The viral video claiming the Eiffel Tower was on fire was misleading and not confirmed by authorities.
- 04Violent incidents occurred in approximately 15 cities across France, with significant disturbances in Paris.
- 05Last year's celebrations after PSG's win also resulted in over 500 arrests and numerous injuries.
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Celebrations in Paris following Paris Saint-Germain's victory over Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League final on May 30 quickly devolved into violence, resulting in over 900 arrests and more than 200 injuries. French President Emmanuel Macron denounced the unrest, emphasizing that such violence is not representative of sportsmanship. Amid the chaos, misleading videos circulated on social media, suggesting that the Eiffel Tower was ablaze, with one post claiming, 'Paris is burning.' However, authorities confirmed that there was no damage to the Eiffel Tower, debunking these claims. The riots saw clashes between fans and police, with incidents reported in around 15 cities, including vandalism and arson. Macron's comments highlighted a growing concern over repeated violence during PSG celebrations, recalling similar unrest from the previous year.
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The riots have raised concerns about public safety during celebrations and the potential for future unrest.
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