Live: France's Yellow Vests throw their weight behind mounting student protests
Summary
Hundreds of thousands of people in France, including students, trade union members, and Yellow Vest protesters, are set to demonstrate against rising living costs and social issues. Authorities banned marches in central Paris, but large protests are planned across the country, with estimates of around 200,000 participants.Key Facts
- Protests are scheduled for Saturday across France with more than 600 demonstrations planned.
- Students, trade unions, and Yellow Vest groups are joining forces to protest economic and social problems.
- Paris police banned marches near key government sites like the Élysée Palace and Champs-Élysée avenue.
- No agreement was reached on alternative march routes in Paris; main march starts at Place de la République.
- President Emmanuel Macron called for calm and respect during the protests, emphasizing peaceful demonstration.
- Interior Minister Laurent Nunez expects a large turnout, including about 40,000 people in Paris.
- The protests focus on the rising cost of living and concerns about France's social system weakening.
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