LIVE, strike on November 5: between 575,000 and 1.6 million protesters in France on Thursday, a "social conference" with unions and employers scheduled at Matignon on Monday

Mass protests in France saw between 575,000 and 1.6 million participants demanding better purchasing power, with significant turnout in Paris and other cities. The government announced a social conference to address these issues, while tensions and violence were reported in several locations. The police are investigating multiple incidents related to the protests, with a notable number of arrests. The protests included participation from students and various labor groups, highlighting widespread discontent over economic conditions. Despite the government's claims of overall peaceful demonstrations, there were instances of violence attributed to radical groups.