What began as nationwide cost-of-living protests in France has rapidly devolved into extreme street violence with over 2,400 arrests, torched historic landmarks, and widespread looting across major cities.

Nine News Europe correspondent Hannah Sinclair joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to report on the escalating chaos and growing backlash against government spending, while caller David warned the situation reflects a dangerous economic pattern.

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