Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:47am on 05 Nov 2026,Thursday International
France is preparing for nationwide strikes and protests as 5 major trade unions join forces over wages, living costs and public services. Authorities expect between 500,000 and 700,000 people to take part in demonstrations on November 5. Around 70,000 police officers and gendarmes have been deployed to maintain security. The protests, involving students and workers, have disrupted schools, hospitals and public transport. Unions are demanding higher wages, including a €100 monthly increase, and better public services. The government has warned of a firm response to violence, while more than 250 protest actions are planned across the country. (PC: BBC)
