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More than 400.000 protest across France

More than 400.000 protest across France

Summary

Hundreds of thousands of people marched across France on Saturday to demand action on rising living costs and more funding for public services. The demonstrations were largely peaceful, and turnout estimates ranged from 410,000 by the government to nearly twice that number from the CGT union.

Key Facts

  • Demonstrations took place across France on Saturday.
  • Protesters called for action on the rising cost of living.
  • They also demanded more funding for public services.
  • Students, workers and retirees joined the marches.
  • The demonstrations were largely peaceful.
  • The government estimated nationwide turnout at 410,000.
  • The CGT union estimated turnout at almost twice the government’s figure.
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