# Paris streets ‘devastated’ by protests, mayor says, as demonstrations continue across France

https://mins.news/en/item/104936

- The Guardian, 2026-10-18 07:48 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/oct/18/paris-protests-france-demonstrations-europe-live-latest-news

> France is recovering from its worst protests in years, with buildings attacked and set ablaze around the country. More than 1,200 people were arrested on Saturday after demonstrations that began with students protesting the cost of living; some gatherings escalated into clashes, arson and looting.

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