Wave of protests in Europe. Thousands detained in France and 400 detained or held in Italy

Protests across Europe led to nearly 1,000 arrests in France and 400 in Italy, with tensions rising in various cities. In France, the Interior Minister reported a significant increase in detentions compared to the previous week, attributing incidents to far-left militants. Meanwhile, Italy saw protests against rising living costs, resulting in numerous detentions, including minors. In Belgium, police used tear gas to disperse crowds in Brussels, while Madrid witnessed around 25,000 demonstrators advocating for housing rights. Protests also occurred in Albania, highlighting student grievances over education conditions.