# Massive protests sweep Europe over cost of living and strained public services

https://mins.news/en/item/123997

- NBC News, 2026-10-31 11:39 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.nbcnews.com/world/europe/europe-braces-massive-halloween-protests-cost-living-public-services-rcna606671

> Large demonstrations are taking place across Europe on Saturday over the cost of living and inadequate public services. After recent looting and riots, police are preparing for possible violence.

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