More than 300,000 French people take to the streets for the third weekend to protest against the cost of living

Over 320,000 people protested across France for the third consecutive weekend against the high cost of living and declining public services. The demonstrations, which began with students, have attracted various groups including pensioners and teachers. While many protests were peaceful, clashes with police occurred in cities like Paris, Marseille, and Lyon. The government deployed 70,000 police officers to manage the situation, warning of potential violence during Halloween celebrations. Despite restrictions on protest routes, some demonstrators faced police resistance, leading to tensions and arrests. In response to the unrest, the government announced a package of measures aimed at addressing student concerns and improving educational resources.