Emmanuel Macron

In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.

Political tension grips France after rioting marred protests over the cost of living and struggling public services, Katya Adler writes.

French President Emmanuel Macron gives a national address after widespread disorder and as some looting continued in Paris.

Demonstrations across the country turned violent, with cars and buildings set alight and shops ransacked.

France has been grappling with major protests over falling education standards and the rising cost of living.

The highpoint of Leo's visit to France is set to be a giant Mass attended by more than half a million people in Paris on Saturday.

The BBC's Hugh Schofield looks at why the visit is met with enthusiasm the Church attributes to growing spirituality among the French.