Photos: Thousands rally in France over rising costs and economic struggles
Summary
Tens of thousands of trade union members and students joined strikes and demonstrations across France, calling for higher wages and protesting rising living costs. The actions disrupted public transport, closed or limited many high schools, and shut the Eiffel Tower for the day.Key Facts
- Unions said about 260 protests were planned nationwide.
- Major marches took place in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and other cities.
- Students held new actions, and about a third of France’s high schools were closed or unable to operate because of blockades or teacher walkouts.
- Public transport services faced heavy disruption.
- The Eiffel Tower closed for the day.
- Police in Strasbourg urged residents to use extreme caution near some schools amid tensions.
- Protests on October 17 had included rioting and looting; the gathering at Place de la Republique in Paris was largely festive.
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