The UK government and the US embassy in Paris have issued travel warnings due to riots in France. The riots began after a 17-year-old driver of Algerian descent was fatally shot by a traffic police officer. The protests quickly escalated to nationwide rioting in several cities, resulting in thousands of arrests. British nationals were advised to monitor the media, avoid riot areas, and follow local authorities’ advice. They were also urged to exercise caution if attending demonstrations against the Iranian regime. French authorities banned one rally in Paris, but others are reportedly set to take place. The unrest led to nearly 1,000 arrests and damage to buildings and businesses. The officer who shot the teenager has been charged with voluntary manslaughter. The protests were of “much less intensity” than the previous night, according to the Interior Ministry. The funeral of the teenager is scheduled for Saturday morning, with the family requesting no journalists in attendance.