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Thousands of French Protesters Take to the Streets of Paris:
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According to Agence France-Presse (AFP), police used tear gas and water cannons against protesters in Paris, with clashes between police and demonstrators reported to be intense in central Paris.
The protesters are demanding concrete action from President Emmanuel Macron’s government to address problems in education and social inequalities.
According to Reuters, 70,000 police officers have been deployed in Paris and other French cities.
The reports indicate that the demonstrations took place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, with around 110,000 people marching in Paris and 410,000 participating nationwide, according to French authorities.