Republican gathering in Collonges-sous-Salève against violence

A call for unity and solidarity is launched in front of the town hall this Monday, October 19th at noon to defend republican values.

Generic image of a French town hall stone facade with an ornate balcony and iron railings, in warm afternoon sunlight.
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Generic image of a French town hall stone facade with an ornate balcony and iron railings, in warm afternoon sunlight.

A republican gathering is organized this Monday, October 19th at 12 PM in front of the Collonges-sous-Salève town hall, calling for unity and solidarity in the face of violence and vandalism.

The Collonges-sous-Salève town hall is calling for a republican gathering this Monday, October 19th at 12 PM in front of the town hall. This initiative aims to defend common values, institutions, and social bonds in response to violence, vandalism, and looting that target town halls and businesses.
The statement emphasizes that the freedom to protest is a fundamental right, but it cannot justify such actions. The call highlights the choice of unity, respect, and solidarity as a response to violence.
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"United to defend our republican values. Together, let's make the Republic live."

Collonges-sous-Salève Town Hall
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Collonges-sous-Salève (19/10/2026)