Recent riots have cast a shadow over France’s beloved Bastille Day national holiday, which marks the start of the French revolution, with fireworks displays called
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France Riots Ease as Mayors Hold Anti-Violence Rally
Riots in France appear to be calming, after five days of violent protests in response to the shooting of teenager Nahel M during a police
ECOWAS sanctions and ultimatum, anti-French demonstrations and the possible return of Wagner, a nebulous security situation for Niger
In Niger, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued an ultimatum to Niger’s coup leaders and imposed harsh financial sanctions against the
France protests pensions again with pots and pans
PARIS (AP) — A country renowned for its cuisine is turning to pots and pans to express its discontent with French President Emmanuel Macron’s pension
French protesters build cement wall to oppose new highway
If there’s one thing the French love and are really good at, it’s a protest. Over the weekend — and coinciding with Earth Day — thousands of demonstrators set their sights
France: Several Police and Protesters Injured in Clash Over Planned Reservoir
Sixteen police and two protesters seriously hurt in western rural district of Sainte-Soline Several people have been injured after clashes between French police and protesters
Bordeaux City Hall Set on Fire Amid Nationwide Protests Against French Pension Changes
Largely peaceful protests are marred by outbreaks of violence as unions claim 3.5 million turned out, while authorities put number at just over 1 million
Protests Resume Across France After Macron Forced Through Contested Pension Reform
People took to the streets across France on Saturday after President Emmanuel Macron imposed an unpopular pension overhaul without a parliament vote. Macron’s government on
Amid Massive Demonstrations, Macron Delays Charles’ Visit
PARIS (AP) — Ongoing unrest across France and calls for a new round of demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron’s pension plan persuaded officials to postpone a planned