Massive Protests in France, Clashes in Paris, and Nearly 1,000 Arrests

Hundreds of thousands took to the streets across France, and clashes with police broke out in Paris and other cities. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced that nearly 1,000 people were arrested on Saturday despite protest bans in several cities. Sources differed in describing the causes of the protests, citing the cost of living, schools, and the police. Meanwhile, CNBC said the unrest pushed bond yields to their highest level in 24 years.

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• Organizers said more than 800,000 people took part, including 250,000 in Paris, while authorities estimated the number at around 410,000.

  «Organisers said more than 800,000 took part in demonstrations across the country, with 250,000 in Paris alone. Authorities said 410,000 demonstrated nationwide.»

  Yahoo
• Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced that nearly 1,000 people were arrested on Saturday despite the ban imposed in several cities.

  «Nearly 1,000 people were arrested Saturday in France as protesters showed up despite bans in several cities, Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said.»

  UPI
• Marches were planned in Paris and Marseille, while local authorities banned gatherings in Lyon, Nice, and Montpellier.

  «Protest marches were scheduled in Paris and Marseille, but some other rallies, including in Lyon, Nice and Montpellier, have been banned by local authorities.»

  NBC News
• Tear gas was used to prevent protesters from reaching the city centers of other cities, after police attacked crowds in Paris.

  «Almost 1,000 arrested as police charge crowd in Paris and teargas used to stop protesters reaching other city centres»

  The Guardian
• The unrest pushed French bond yields to their highest level in 24 years, as investors questioned the budget, growth, and sectors.

  «French unrest pushed bond yields to a 24-year high as investors weigh budget, growth and sectors risks ahead of more protests.»

  CNBC

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