Emmanuel Macron has promised to raise the minimum wage as he acknowledged he was partially responsible for weeks of nationwide protests.
The French president addressed the country for the first time since anti-tax protests by the Gilet Jaunes (yellow vests) turned into violent rioting in Paris two weekends ago after rolling on since 17 November.
He acknowledged “anger and indignation” among the public over the cost of living, but warned “no indulgence” would be given to people behind the violence.
