Fires and clashes rock France amid massive nationwide protests
Summary
Large protests took place across France to oppose rising living costs and worsening public services, including schools. During these events, there were violent clashes between police and protesters that caused injuries, fires, and property damage in several cities.Key Facts
- Hundreds of thousands of people protested nationwide against inflation and poor public services.
- Protesters broke into town halls and set fires, including a tourist office in Lyon.
- Shops were looted in cities such as Marseille, Lille, Nice, and Paris.
- Police used tear gas and water cannons against masked protesters throwing objects.
- One protester lost a hand due to a police crowd-control grenade in Saint-Etienne.
- Over 130 people were arrested during the protests.
- The protests follow weeks of student demonstrations and increase political uncertainty ahead of France’s presidential election.
- Many protesters called for President Macron to resign.
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