France protests: Macron rules out state of emergency – for now
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron ruled out declaring a state of emergency for now as the government sought to bring weeks of protests to a close. The demonstrations have included violence and have been driven by anger over the rising cost of living.Key Facts
- Macron headed to Marseille on Monday.
- The French government sought to draw a line under weeks of protests.
- The protests have been marred by violence.
- Anger over the rising cost of living has fueled widespread demonstrations.
- Nationwide demonstrations on October 17 escalated into rioting.
- The article described the October 17 rioting as among France’s worst in years.
- The article was issued on October 26, 2026.
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