LIVE, demonstrations on October 31: investigation opened after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at police officers in Paris; call for a blockade launched by three high school and student organizations

On Saturday, protests led to 779 arrests in Paris, with incidents involving violence against police. The Union of High School Students and student organizations called for school blockades. A Molotov cocktail attack on police prompted a homicide investigation. Despite fears of chaos, the protests were less severe than anticipated. The government announced measures for youth, but organizers criticized the response as inadequate. The situation remains tense as students plan further actions this week.