Protesters clash with police during nationwide demonstrations in France
Summary
Large protests happened in many cities across France, with some turning violent. Police used tear gas and arrested many people as demonstrations focused on rising costs and school conditions.Key Facts
- Protests took place nationwide on Saturday, including in Paris, Marseille, and Lyon.
- Police used tear gas and deployed riot police in key areas like Place de la Republique in Paris.
- Around 32,800 people joined 140 protest events recorded by midday.
- Authorities arrested 166 people across France during the protests.
- Some protesters damaged property, including looting shops and setting fire to a tourism office.
- Protests were sparked by rising prices for fuel and food and ongoing complaints from high school students.
- Some students reported serious injuries from police, including a 15-year-old girl who lost a hand.
- French “yellow vest” protesters, known from 2018 cost-of-living protests, planned to join the demonstrations.
- President Emmanuel Macron called for calm and respect for people and property while acknowledging the right to protest.
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