# France braces for tense protests as security concerns take centre stage

https://mins.news/en/item/104124

- euronews, 2026-10-17 06:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/17/france-braces-for-tense-protests-as-security-concerns-take-centre-stage

> France is increasing security measures ahead of nationwide protests on 17 October over the cost-of-living crisis, amid concerns about potential clashes. Student groups are also set to join the demonstrations.

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