# Macron bans ‘illegitimate’ protests in France as he seeks to curb unrest

https://mins.news/en/item/111416

- The Guardian, 2026-10-22 15:54 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/22/macron-ban-illegitimate-demonstrations-france-unrest

> Emmanuel Macron said demonstrations organised by individuals or groups without what he called legitimate authority would be banned in the coming days. Recognised groups may hold protests, though routes could change. Macron will decide on further steps for demonstrations called for Saturday and beyond at a Friday meeting.

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