# Hundreds of protests expected across France as authorities seek to prevent further unrest

https://mins.news/en/item/113797

- The Guardian, 2026-10-24 08:15 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/oct/24/france-demonstrations-police-macron-italy-albania-belgium-spain-ukraine-russia-europe-latest-news

> Hundreds of thousands are expected at rallies across France for a fourth weekend, demanding more school funding and help with housing and living costs. Authorities have tightened restrictions and deployed 70,000 police officers and soldiers to deter looting and property damage. Protests are also expected in Italy, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Albania and Ireland.

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