Trump Blames Immigrants for Unrest in France, Urges Border Closures

US President Donald Trump blamed immigrants for the violent unrest sweeping France, news network NDTV and Italian news agency ANSA reported. Trump claimed that the rioters have "hatred in their hearts" and called on French leadership to take immediate action.

According to the reports, Trump declared that "France is in flames" and urged the country to "close the borders before it is too late." He added that immigration has shattered what was once a "great country."

The unrest across France, which began with student demonstrations demanding more teachers and better school conditions, has escalated in recent days into widespread clashes nationwide.