Violence on October 17: What Role Have Social Networks Played?
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vosgesmatin.frShould social networks be blocked after the violence on the margins of the protests? Between the risk of riots, freedom of expression and the responsibility of platforms, our daily editorialist deciphers a debate that divides the political class.
Blocking social networks to limit the action of breakers. The idea makes its way into the public debate after the looting and degradation on the margins of the October 17 protests. But what role did these networks play in the preparation and proliferation of these violences?
After looting and degradation throughout France on Saturday, October 17, 2026, various politicians pointed to the responsibility of social networks. Digital Minister Anne Le Hénanff received the main platforms on Tuesday, October 20th.
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