Protests in France turn into clashes with police

Mass protests in France at the end of October turned into sharp clashes with police and riots. One.uz reports on this.

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, law enforcement agencies detained 1,314 protesters during the protests on October 24. As the situation in the streets spiraled out of control, 70,000 police officers and gendarmes were deployed to ensure security across the country, with direct confrontations occurring between special forces and protesters in city centers.

Details of the street incidents The protests were marked by violent attacks by special forces. Video footage on social media shows that batons, shields, and tear gas were actively used to disperse protesters.

As a result of the sharp confrontations, at least 53 police officers were injured to varying degrees. 75 cases of intentional shooting were recorded across the country, and groups taking advantage of the riots looted 24 retail outlets and shops.

The continuous wave in October These events were not unexpected, but rather a continuation of the deep social crisis that has been ongoing in recent weeks. During protests in mid-October, police first took down more than 1,800 and later over 2,400 rioters.

The total number of arrests during the month of October exceeded 5,500. This indicates that the level of dissatisfaction with government policy remains high in French society.

The government continues to maintain intensified patrolling measures in public places, shopping centers, and transport hubs to prevent further widespread potential riots. The situation on the streets of France has become a severe test for both sides, with the risk of escalating social tension remaining.