French protests continued for another weekend

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France has been rocked by large-scale protests and violent riots, with hundreds of thousands taking to the streets over rising living costs and poor public services, particularly affecting students. Demonstrations have turned violent in cities like Paris, Marseille, and Lyon, leading to widespread looting and rioting on October 17. French President Emmanuel Macron has pledged to crack down on what he calls “illegitimate” acts but faces criticism for not addressing the root causes of public anger.

To prevent further unrest planned for Saturday, October 24 (Acte II), and Halloween weekend (October 31), authorities are deploying up to 70,000 police officers. The government also announced plans to reinforce police with troops, citing the inability to contain last weekend’s violence. Despite these measures, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez warned that upcoming protests could still turn violent.

The unrest has drawn in various groups, including students, trade unions, and Yellow Vest activists, spreading across Europe from Paris to Madrid and beyond. Protesters face severe policing tactics, with 14-year-old protesters injured by police tear gas and others sustaining serious injuries like lost eyes or hands.

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