Cost of living protests to spread to Germany and reignite in France on Halloween

Protests across Europe are set to intensify, particularly in Germany and France, as activists rally against rising living costs and inadequate public services. In Germany, the Gen Z regelt group is mobilizing demonstrations in over 30 cities, advocating for increased funding for education and climate initiatives. Meanwhile, French authorities are preparing for potential violence during protests, deploying 70,000 police to maintain order. The French interior minister warned of radical groups inciting unrest, while unions and student organizations are uniting for a nationwide strike on November 5. Despite calls for peaceful protests, concerns about violence persist.