Protests in France against government policies, rising living costs and problems in the education system have been accompanied by fresh clashes.
Globalinfo.az reports that Le Monde published the information.
A total of 320,000 people took part in demonstrations held across the country on October 31.
According to the French Interior Ministry, 565 people were detained in connection with the incidents.
The situation escalated further in the capital, Paris. Some protesters threw stones and Molotov cocktails at police officers. As a result, five law enforcement officers were injured, three of whom reportedly suffered burns.
Police used tear gas and water cannon to disperse the protesters.
Demonstrations were also held in Lyon, Toulouse and other cities. Authorities deployed 70,000 police officers and gendarmes to ensure security across the country.
The main reasons for the protests are rising living costs, dissatisfaction with education conditions, social inequality and the state of public services. Student organisations plan to hold new blockades at schools and universities on November 3. Another demonstration involving workers’ organisations is also expected on November 5.
Aliyar Khalil
Globalinfo.az
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