Marseille's challenges: Macron plans to solve the problems wracking France’s second-largest city

Name: Marseille's challenges: Macron plans to solve the problems wracking France’s second-largest city
Uploaded: 2021-09-02T08:58:02+00:00
Duration: 2 min 26 s
Description: Residents in some of Marseille's poorest crime-ridden districts pleaded with French President Emmanuel Macron for help on Wednesday as he visited the Mediterranean port following a spate of drugs-related murders. France's second-biggest city has long been known for its run-down streets and desolate housing estates, as well as its gritty charm and fierce local pride.

Issued on: 02/09/2021 - 10:58

Residents in some of Marseille's poorest crime-ridden districts pleaded with French President Emmanuel Macron for help on Wednesday as he visited the Mediterranean port following a spate of drugs-related murders. France's second-biggest city has long been known for its run-down streets and desolate housing estates, as well as its gritty charm and fierce local pride.