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Paris Protests Escalate
French cities see clashes as yellow vests and student protests intensify ahead of elections.
In brief
French cities see clashes as yellow vests and student protests intensify ahead of elections. Protesters in Paris and other French cities clashed with police over budget concerns and high prices ahead of elections. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Paris Clashes
Police and protesters clashed in Paris and other French cities Saturday, sending smoke from fires and tear gas over several demonstrations nationwide against high prices in the run-up to elections to replace President Emmanuel Macron.
Lyon Tourism Office Burned
Masked youths set a tourism office in the city of Lyon ablaze, as riot squads resorted to tear gas and water cannon to disperse hundreds confronting them.
Marseille Town Hall Attack
In Marseille, protesters broke into the town hall, overturning a bust and smashing furniture before being forced out by police. The mayor called for police reinforcements.
Lille Mayoral Office Vandalized
In Lille, protesters smashed their way into the mayor’s office and vandalised the premises before leaving.
What to remember
Protesters in Paris and other French cities clashed with police over budget concerns and high prices ahead of elections.
