Clashes in Paris as France’s youth protests over cost of living

France is experiencing its third consecutive weekend of youth protests focused on living costs, education, and public services, with significant unrest in Paris. Demonstrators clashed with police, throwing stones and a Molotov cocktail, prompting a police response with tear gas. The protests, initially sparked by issues in education, have expanded to encompass broader concerns about purchasing power and the future of young people. Estimates of participants vary, with the Interior Ministry citing 320,000 nationwide, while youth organizations claim nearly 500,000. A large police presence was deployed to manage the protests, redirecting march routes away from central areas.