Police clash with masked rioters after largely peaceful protests across France

Protests erupted across France, with around 320,000 participants demonstrating against the rising cost of living and public service decline. While many protests remained peaceful, clashes occurred in cities like Paris and Lyon, where police used teargas and water cannons to disperse rioters. Protesters included students and trade unions, voicing their frustrations over economic conditions and government policies. Similar protests took place in Germany and other European cities, where tensions escalated as demonstrators clashed with police. The unrest reflects widespread dissatisfaction with the current economic situation and calls for change.