One thousand detained in France. Clashes in Italy and Albania

Nearly a thousand people were arrested in France during protests involving over 400,000 participants, with significant unrest reported in several cities. While most demonstrations were peaceful, clashes occurred with police, who used water cannons and tear gas to disperse crowds. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez noted the presence of radical left militants among protesters, leading to violent confrontations. In cities like Lyon and Nantes, police faced resistance from demonstrators, resulting in additional arrests. Meanwhile, protests also took place in Italy, Albania, Spain, and Israel, with varying degrees of violence and police response.