Marck

In Grenoble, a city council session was suspended after clashes between France Insoumise councillors and police, with reports that blows were exchanged during a debate on the Palestinian question. Local officials called it a dark day for the city. Separately, in Marck in northern France, doubts persist over a referendum on arming the municipal police. The incidents have reignited debate in France over the role and conduct of municipal police forces.

Residents in the Bismarck, North Dakota area have held protests against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement following an increase in detainments in the region. Demonstrators are voicing opposition to enforcement actions that have led to more people being taken into custody. The protests reflect growing local tension over federal immigration enforcement in the area.