Summary
Protests erupted across France as Sébastien Lecornu took office as the new Prime Minister. The protests, organized by the grassroots group "Let's Block Everything," were a response to proposed budget cuts and frustrations with the political leadership. Many arrests occurred, and there was significant disruption in major cities like Paris.
Key Facts
- Protests were led by the group "Let's Block Everything" in response to budget cuts.
- Sébastien Lecornu became Prime Minister after François Bayrou was removed in a no-confidence vote.
- About 250 protesters were arrested, with most arrests around Paris.
- Demonstrators clashed with police at Gare du Nord train station in Paris.
- The protests involved disruptions such as roadblocks and vandalism.
- The protest movement began on social media and opposes austerity measures.
- Lecornu is France's fifth Prime Minister in under two years.
- France's parliament is divided, making it difficult to pass a new budget.
