Protesters took to the streets in France, with more than 320,000 people demonstrating against the rising cost of living and poor public services. The demonstrations, which included clashes between protesters and police in Paris, are part of a larger movement across Europe.
What happened
In Paris, police fired tear gas and arrested at least 290 protesters, according to France's interior ministry. The authorities had prepared for the protests, aiming to avoid a repeat of the violence and rioting that occurred two weeks prior. The protests in France were mirrored by demonstrations in other European countries, including Albania, Germany, and Italy.
The demonstrations come as France prepares for a general strike in the coming days. The protests are driven by concerns over the rising cost of living and the quality of public services, with thousands of people taking to the streets to express their discontent.
