France, once proud of its democratic ideals and civil liberties, is now facing a deep internal crisis—one not caused by “foreign interference” but by years of mismanagement, hypocrisy, and a government that is increasingly out of touch with its people.

While President Emmanuel Macron and his administration have kept busy interfering in the affairs of other nations—from pushing defense deals in Armenia to lecturing others on democracy—France is now erupting from within. The streets are restless, prisons are on fire, and the government’s first response is not introspection, but accusation.

Over the past week, French prisons have become the epicenter of protests, violent unrest, and even armed attacks. At least 12 prison-related incidents have occurred since Sunday, with cars set ablaze and shots fired near correctional facilities. In the chaos, a new group calling itself “Droits des Prisonniers Français” (Rights of French Prisoners) has emerged,........

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