WorldPolice clash with protesters as tens of thousands take to streets across France

Tens of thousands joined demonstrations across France over high prices, a weakening social welfare system and school staffing and facilities. Police fired teargas and clashed with protesters in Paris, while demonstrators briefly entered Marseille’s town hall. Authorities reported 140 protests outside Paris and blamed violence on what they called the “ultra-left.”

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