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European countries have been swept by a wave of protests over the rising cost of living, the housing crisis, and a lack of funding for public services. Trade unions have announced new strikes.
In France, protests against the high cost of living spread across eight cities; police used tear gas and water cannons. Up to 800,000 people took part.
France is preparing around 70,000 police officers for protests against the cost of living. The authorities will deploy elite units, armored vehicles and drones.
French authorities will step up security on October 24 following mass riots and looting. Museums will be closed in Paris, while protests have been banned in Marseille and Lyon.
Macron blamed the far left for the mass riots and called for unauthorized demonstrations to be banned. The authorities are preparing new penalties for participants.
France will deploy military personnel during the October 24 protests following unrest in the largest cities. The government acknowledged the security forces’ failures.
A curfew is in effect in 12 French cities following mass riots on October 17. The authorities may tighten restrictions due to the risk of renewed violence.
Protests in France, Spain, Italy and Albania have been driven by prices and problems with housing, education and public services. Some demonstrations have escalated into riots.
Protests in France have escalated into riots: a town hall has been set on fire, shops have been looted, and a protester has died. The authorities promise to punish those responsible.
Protests in France damaged around 1,500 stores, with losses reaching hundreds of millions of euros. More than 1,800 people have been detained.
French high school students have been protesting for the third week over a shortage of teachers and the condition of schools. The government has promised funded measures by the end of October.
Student protests have swept across France: 215 teenagers, 85 school employees, and more than 700 police officers were injured. The government promises to consider the students’ demands.
In France, 86,000 people protested against the shortage of teachers, long school days, and the decline of schools. 1,800 lyceums were blocked.
Protests over a shortage of teachers and poor learning conditions have spread across France. School blockades have escalated into clashes with police.
In France, thousands of people were arrested amid the protests, and more than 500 schools were closed. Dozens of teachers were attacked, and teenagers were injured.
French school students are protesting over the state of education, blocking hundreds of secondary schools and universities. The demonstrations have been accompanied by clashes and arson.
Four paintings were stolen from the Renoir Museum in France; two were later found in the garden. The other two works are being sought, and an investigation is underway.
Forest fires have swept through parts of Italy, France and Spain, killing three firefighters and causing mass evacuations. Temperatures above 40°C and strong winds are fueling the flames, and scientists link this to climate change.
Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire defeated conservative Rachida Dati in the Paris mayoral election. The far-right won in Nice with a total voter turnout of over 48%.
The first round of municipal elections has begun in France in 35,000 communities. The vote will be a test for far-right forces ahead of the presidential elections.
France allowed the GRINCH tanker to leave its waters after the owning company paid a multi-million euro fine. The vessel was detained on suspicion of sanctions evasion and belonging to Russia's "shadow fleet."
Louis Vuitton has unveiled two exclusive cases for storing the Ballon d'Or awards, which will be presented at the 69th ceremony on September 22, 2025. The cases are adorned with Monogram canvas and a golden V motif, symbolizing "Victory" and "Vuitton."
A forest fire near Marseille, which covered 700 hectares, resulted in 110 injuries, including firefighters and police officers, and the evacuation of 400 residents. Marseille Provence Airport resumed operations after a temporary closure.
Banksy presented a new work on May 29 on Instagram, without specifying the location. Graffiti with a lighthouse and an inscription was found on Felix Frezier Street in Marseille.
Artist Banksy has unveiled a new work on Instagram. The photo shows a lighthouse painted on a wall, and the words: "I want to be who you saw me as."
French police have arrested 25 people suspected of a series of attacks on prisons. Among those detained is a member of the Marseille-based DZ Mafia criminal organization.
Jeremy Mathieu, former Barcelona player and Champions League winner, now works in the Intersport sports store in France. He ended his career due to injury in 2023.
An explosion occurs near the Russian consulate in Marseille. The Russian Foreign Ministry declares a terrorist attack and demands that France investigate and strengthen the security of diplomatic missions.
In Marseille, France, an explosion occurred at about 8 a. m. near the Russian consulate on Avenue Ambroise-Paré. Thirty firefighters and police are working at the scene.
Ukrainian cities are actively establishing partnerships with foreign municipalities. This allows them to receive humanitarian aid, implement energy efficiency projects, and prepare for post-war reconstruction.