France sees 800,000 protest high living costs
Approximately 800,000 people protested in France on Saturday against the rising cost of living, with clashes intensifying and arrests made in several cities. The demonstrators participated in protests against rising prices, demanding higher wages and pensions, reduced costs, and rejecting government repression while calling for social needs to be met. Paris and other cities such as Lyon and Marseille experienced unrest, with fires set and acts of violence. Police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowds, arresting over 166 individuals. These protests are part of widespread movement fueled by student groups and the "Yellow Vests" movement, calling for economic and social reforms. President Macron has called for maintaining peace and respecting property.
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