PoliticsFrench Senate backs bill making protesters pay for unrest damage despite rights concerns

France's Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that would make protesters financially liable for damage during demonstrations, with penalties of up to €10,000 and possible seizure of benefits. Rights groups warned it could undermine the right to protest.

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