# French police disperse unauthorized rally near Elysee Palace

https://mins.news/en/item/104507

- TASS, 2026-10-17 16:33 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2203563

> French police broke up a rally held near the Elysee Palace despite an official ban. Around 100 people carried banners criticizing the police and government, and tear gas was used. The marchers were stopped about 200 meters from the presidential residence.

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