# What is happening in France? Unpacking the recent waves of protests

https://mins.news/en/item/111155

- France 24, 2026-10-22 13:15 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261022-what-is-happening-in-france-unpacking-the-recent-waves-of-protests

> Laura D. Keesman, an assistant professor of sociology based in Amsterdam, examined recent mobilisations in France and the government’s policing response. Following a weekend of unrest and riots, the government conceded its security response had fallen short and pledged a tougher approach before another wave of protests.

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