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Limoges town hall on fire amid France nationwide protests

Video. Historic Limoges town hall engulfed in flames amid protests in France

Updated: 17/10/2026 - 23:01 GMT+2

Limoges town hall, a 143-year-old building in central France, was set on fire amid unrest following nationwide protests over the cost of living.

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