French authorities said soldiers will reinforce police patrols on Paris streets following recent riots. The deployment is intended to support police as the government continues its crackdown on would-be rioters. Reports indicate that fresh protests are expected over the weekend. Soldiers will provide extra uniformed personnel while police carry out security operations in the capital. No details were released about troop numbers, the areas to be covered or the length of the deployment. The government is trying to contain the risk of renewed violence during the planned demonstrations, with both military and police personnel on duty.