Targeted curfews in central Paris zones around Place de la République and Les Halles were imposed after October 17-18, 2026, riots and looting during nationwide protests over living costs. Authorities extended the 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. restrictions nightly through at least October 26 after they produced calm nights, with local prefects and mayors retaining authority to renew them as needed. Further demonstrations scheduled for October 22 and 24, plus a planned Saturday protest, have prompted preparations for expanded police deployments and gathering bans in additional districts. The measures' duration hinges on whether unrest remains contained ahead of these events and any parliamentary review of security responses.