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France protests enter third week as police fire tear gas

France protests enter third week as police fire tear gas

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Police used tear gas to disperse protesters as demonstrations entered a third week ahead in cities and towns across France ahead of an expected general strike. The mainly youth-led protests are against the cost-of-living and deteriorating public services.

Published On 1 Nov 2026

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