France: Clashes break out as protests go nationwide

Protests erupted across France with significant participation, leading to clashes between demonstrators and police in cities like Paris and Marseille. The French government reported around 410,000 protesters nationwide, with police deploying over 70,000 officers to manage the unrest. While tensions rose, the level of violence and looting was reportedly lower than in previous weeks. The Yellow Vest movement has called for further protests on October 31, expressing concerns over government actions. Meanwhile, Italy has increased military presence in Milan in response to the unrest spilling over from France.