WorldFrance deploys 70,000 security personnel for third weekend of protests

Europe is preparing for another weekend of youth-led rallies fueled by public anger over rising living costs. France is again deploying about 70,000 security personnel for its third weekend of anti-government protests. The interior minister warned of a high risk of violence at the nationwide Halloween demonstrations. Authorities promised a firm response and are alert to rioters using festive masks to hide their identities.