Live: Hundreds of protests expected in France amid high tensions and heavy police presence
Summary
Hundreds of protests are planned across France, led by groups like the “Yellow Vests,” labor unions, and students demanding better study conditions and higher purchasing power. The French government has deployed 70,000 police officers and banned protests in major cities like Marseille and Lyon due to fears of violence and looting.Key Facts
- The protests include a mix of “Yellow Vests,” student groups, and labor unions.
- Demonstrators want improvements in education and economic conditions.
- Authorities are deploying 70,000 police officers nationwide to manage the protests.
- Protests have been banned in Marseille and Lyon, two of France’s largest cities.
- Police use batons, tear gas, sound grenades, and foam-round launchers to control crowds.
- Electric stun guns are not allowed in these crowd-control operations.
- There has been criticism of the police’s use of force, with calls to ban some weapons.
- The UN advises using less-lethal weapons only when there is an immediate threat and avoiding shots to the head or face to prevent serious injuries.
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