France faces protests over living costs
France experienced widespread protests over rising living costs and declining purchasing power, resulting in the arrest of approximately 1,200 people and the injury of 150 police officers during intense clashes in several cities, including Paris, Marseille, and Lyon. The protests were marred by acts of vandalism and the burning of public facilities and stores, with police using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the demonstrators. Between 550,000 and 800,000 people participated in the protests. French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence and destruction, affirming that those involved would face legal accountability, amid escalating social and political tensions in the country.
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