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France protests live: Macron to address nation after protests 

18 October 2026
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People walk near a vandalised Monoprix store, the day after clashes during a national day of demonstrations against the cost of living and rising fuel prices, in Paris, France, October 18, 2026. REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq

Video Duration 01 minutes 39 seconds play-arrow01:39

Paris residents tell Al Jazeera they’re dismayed by protest damage

By Leila Minkara and Edna Mohamed

Published On 18 Oct 202618 Oct 2026

  • Protests are sweeping France as anger over conditions in schools meets frustration with high living costs and a government accused of doing little to address problems facing people.
  • About 550,000 demonstrated nationwide on Saturday, according to the Interior Ministry.

 

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