More than 400,000 people protested across France over school funding shortages and the rising cost of living, with clashes breaking out in Paris and several other cities. Police used tear gas and water cannons, while dozens were arrested as the growing movement intensified pressure on President Emmanuel Macron's government.
While triggers vary across Italy, Spain, Portugal and Albania, high fuel and energy costs are fuelling unrest, with upcoming elections adding to political tensions
More than 2,000 people were arrested during violent nationwide protests in France against rising inflation. The unrest left over 600 security personnel and firefighters injured, caused widespread property damage, and saw attacks on public buildings, businesses, and police facilities.
Protesters across France clashed with police, blocked roads, and set fires in a mass protest aimed at pressuring President Macron and his new prime minister. Nearly 200 arrests were made amid accusations of inciting a "climate of insurrection"
