France Tightens Security Ahead of New Nationwide Protests
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French authorities tightened security and restricted gatherings ahead of nationwide protests scheduled for Saturday, October 24, following violence and looting during demonstrations the previous weekend.
Officials banned protests in Lyon and Marseille, while Paris extended a nighttime curfew through Monday. Public transport restrictions were also planned, and the government said police deployments would rise by 20 percent from the previous weekend. Lyon Mayor Gregory Doucet said 150 to 200 shops were looted and a tourist office was set on fire during hours of unrest in the city. France’s Justice Ministry said 2,700 people had been arrested nationwide since October 17.
The unrest grew from student protests over teacher shortages and deteriorating school facilities into broader demonstrations over inflation, public services, budget cuts and wages. More than 500,000 people participated across France on October 17, according to Al Jazeera.
President Emmanuel Macron said authorized union demonstrations could proceed, potentially on altered routes, but blamed “seditious” ultra-left groups for the violence. The France Unbowed party denied the allegation. The student union UNEF criticized the restrictions and said its rallies would continue, while the Yellow Vest movement sought approval for a march through central Paris.
Businesses and cultural institutions prepared to close, including the Louvre and Louis Vuitton Foundation. India’s embassy advised its citizens to avoid large gatherings, monitor local news and follow official instructions amid possible transport disruptions.
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