Macron Condemns 'Seditious Acts' by 'Ultra-Left' Groups French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned the recent wave of protests in France, labeling them as "seditious acts" carried out by "ultra-left" groups. In a statement, Macron vowed to take a firm stance against the unrest, saying the government will show "absolute" determination to stop the riots. The protests, which have been ongoing for several weeks, have been sparked by a range of issues including energy prices, pension reform, and the government's handling of the Ukraine conflict. Macron's comments come as the government prepares to deploy a significant police presence to quell the unrest. Junior interior minister Jean-Didier Berger has announced that the police presence will be increased by 20% compared to last weekend, with reinforcements from the army, elite police forces, and gendarmerie. Macron's statement is seen as a clear indication that the government is willing to take a tough stance against the protesters, with some reports suggesting that the government may seek to ban certain protests altogether. The move is likely to be met with criticism from opposition groups and human rights organizations, who have accused the government of using excessive force against peaceful protesters.