LIVE, strike of November 5: "The processions are generally going well," reports the entourage of Laurent Nuñez, who counts 270,000 demonstrators, excluding Paris.

On November 5, a national mobilization led by unions gathered over 250,000 protesters across 73 cities in France, demanding better wages. The CGT reported significant participation, emphasizing that the government must respond to their demands to halt the protests. While the demonstrations proceeded largely peacefully, tensions arose in cities like Lyon, where black bloc groups formed, and some violent incidents were reported in Toulouse and Rennes. Authorities remained vigilant, deploying forces to manage potential unrest and protect public safety. Protesters expressed frustration over government responses to social issues, particularly regarding youth and economic inequality.