'No justice, no peace': Fifth round of protests sweep across France
Summary
Between 106,000 and 200,000 people joined protests across France on November 14, the fifth consecutive Saturday of demonstrations. Protesters raised concerns about the cost of living, police violence and a proposed law that would give police officers greater legal protection when they use their weapons.Key Facts
- The French interior ministry estimated 106,000 protesters nationwide, including 24,000 in Paris.
- Student unions estimated 200,000 protesters nationwide, including nearly 100,000 in Paris.
- The interior ministry said police detained 219 people across France; prosecutors said 45 were arrested in Paris.
- Students, labor unions and Yellow Vest activists took part in the protests.
- The proposed police bill would presume that officers acted in self-defense when using their weapons.
- Supporters say the bill would protect police from automatic suspicion of excessive force; critics say it could make investigations and accountability harder.
- Some rallies in recent weeks have involved violence and allegations of police brutality.
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