Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:21pm on 24 Oct 2026,Saturday International
Protests across France turned tense as tens of thousands of people took to the streets, with police firing tear gas in Lyon and Marseille. In Bordeaux, demonstrators tore boards from shops and built barricades. Interior Minister said 135 people had been arrested nationwide. Police in Paris also seized weapons and gas masks. However, the demonstrations have not yet caused the widespread chaos seen during previous protests. Authorities banned several marches and imposed restrictions following last weekend’s riots and looting, which led to more than 2,700 arrests. Rainy weather also helped police maintain control, though tensions could rise after nightfall. (PC: BBC)
