France announces large police deployment for demonstrations on Saturday, also military involvement

French authorities are deploying a significant police presence for planned demonstrations, with Prime Minister Lecornu describing the effort as substantial. The government is considering deploying military personnel to relieve police for public order duties and may ban certain unregistered protests that could lead to unrest. These measures follow disturbances during nationwide protests against government policies and rising living costs. A curfew was in effect last night, contributing to a quieter atmosphere, and will continue in areas deemed necessary, including Lyon, Lille, and parts of Bordeaux and Paris.