From euronews · Maïa De la Baume · · 1m 20s
Macron isolated as France protests intensify
Macron faces growing isolation amid violent protests and political backlash.
In brief
Macron faces growing isolation amid violent protests and political backlash. Macron's authority is under strain as protests over living costs and education escalate, with 855 arrests reported and his government criticized across political lines. Originally reported by euronews.
Violent protests erupt
Student protests over living conditions turned violent last Saturday, deepening Macron's political isolation.
Macron under political fire
Macron faces criticism from across the political spectrum for handling security and education grievances.
Record public debt and inflation
France grapples with record public debt, soaring fuel prices, and escalating international conflicts.
Yellow Vests announce second act
The Yellow Vests movement plans further demonstrations next weekend after announcing a 'second act' on Monday.
Macron condemns violence
Macron condemned violence and announced new security procedures for police forces.
855 arrests reported
The Paris prosecutor's office reported 855 arrests, with 557 people in police custody, 433 adults representing 78% of detainees.
Macron's poll numbers drop
An Ipsos-BVA poll conducted in October found 82% of respondents viewed Macron's performance unfavorably.
Le Pen capitalises on chaos
Marine Le Pen claims France was 'ravaged' by criminals and politicised professional rioters, focusing on migration and law and order.
Former allies criticize Macron
Former prime ministers Édouard Philippe and Gabriel Attal criticize Macron's handling of the crisis and his decision to dissolve the National Assembly.
The big picture
Macron's authority is under strain as protests over living costs and education escalate, with 855 arrests reported and his government criticized across political lines.
