Demonstration on November 5: Laurent Nuñez announces 70,000 police officers and gendarmes deployed and warns that no "excesses will be tolerated"
On November 4, Minister Laurent Nuñez announced the deployment of 70,000 police and gendarmes for the national mobilization day. Authorities expect over 220 public actions, mostly organized by unions, with strict security measures similar to previous deployments. Agreements on routes have been reached in most cities to avoid sensitive areas, although some disputes are in administrative courts. In Paris, a planned route was banned due to safety concerns, with an alternative route approved. The primary mission of security forces is to ensure peaceful demonstrations, despite concerns about potential violence from radical groups and unauthorized marches targeting public buildings. Nuñez emphasized zero tolerance for disturbances and the likelihood of arrests.
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