Trump Warns Europe as France Unrest Prompts New Curfews

US President Donald Trump has warned that Europe will face serious problems if countries do not tighten border controls and deport criminals. Speaking outside the White House on Monday, he blamed immigration for the upheaval in France and encouraged French President Emmanuel Macron to take tougher measures.

His comments came as French authorities introduced a night curfew for unaccompanied minors in Bordeaux after violent riots and widespread looting. Police have arrested dozens of people in the city, while officials are preparing to assess the damage to local businesses.

Trump said that France’s problems stemmed from immigration rather than schools or other domestic issues. He also said he advised Macron to close France’s borders some years ago.

Trump Warns Europe Over Immigration and Borders

Trump referred to Macron as a buddy, but questioned France’s immigration policy. He claimed that a big number of individuals had infiltrated the country and predicted that Paris will soon become a Muslim city.

The US president also likened France’s approach to that of the United States. He claimed that the United States had closed its borders, but France had not followed suit.

Trump stated that European countries should improve their border controls and deport criminals. He reiterated his warning that Europe’s future could be uncertain if governments do not act.

He also pointed to unrest in France, Italy and other European countries. Trump said immigration was responsible for the violence and rejected the view that other factors were the main cause.

Macron had linked French discontent to energy pressures and broader geopolitical consequences of US policies. Trump rejected that argument and remained focused on immigration.

His comments came as French officials implemented new measures to curb violence and protect impacted neighbourhoods.

France Unrest Triggers Bordeaux Curfew

Authorities in Bordeaux have imposed a night curfew on unaccompanied minors following violent riots and looting in the city centre.

Sophie Brocas, the prefect of Gironde and Nouvelle-Aquitaine, issued the order on Monday. It goes into force on Tuesday and will be in place until Monday morning, October 26.

People under the age of 18 are not permitted to remain in public locations between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. without accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

The judgement came after disturbances on Saturday, October 17. Officials described the violence as extraordinary, with thousands of rioters hitting businesses and commercial sectors throughout central Bordeaux.

Security forces mobilised 400 police officers and gendarmes, as well as two water cannons and two armoured vehicles. Nearly 120 people were arrested on Saturday and Sunday, and all face charges.

The curfew applies to various sites, including Rue Sainte-Catherine, Rue de la Porte-Dijeaux, Cours de l’Intendance, Promenade Sainte-Catherine, Place Saint-Projet, and Place du Général-Sarrail.

Brocas condemned the destruction and expressed solidarity with the affected merchants. She stated that the freedom to demonstrate did not grant anyone authority to plunder stores.

The decision was reached after collaboration with Bordeaux Mayor Thomas Cazenave and regional trade chambers. Officials and municipal officials are scheduled to gather at City Hall on Tuesday to assess the damage and propose support for affected companies.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has also asked regional authorities to enforce partial curfews in certain urban areas. Macron denounced security breaches related to the disturbance, but rejected Interior Minister Laurent Nunez’s resignation.

At least 2,400 individuals were jailed as a result of the larger disruptions, which included fires at town halls and property damage to hundreds of businesses.

France continues to face the issue of restoring order and assisting businesses impacted by the violence. Meanwhile, Trump’s comments have centred on immigration and border regulations in his response to the crisis.