France cost protests draw hundreds of thousands
About 320,000 people joined a third round of living-cost protests across France, according to the interior ministry, while organisers estimated nearly half a million, the Guardian and France 24 reported. Most marches were peaceful, but police clashed with masked groups and used tear gas as tensions rose in several cities.
Why it matters
Large, repeated demonstrations signal sustained economic discontent and create pressure on the government to respond without escalating unrest.
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Part of the November 1, 2026 brief.