France: New Clashes at Cost-of-Living Protests with Nearly 1,000 Detentions
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Protests against rising cost of living continue in France. According to available information, new clashes broke out in Rennes, a city in western France, following a large demonstration.
At one point during the confrontations, a police officer threw a tear gas canister toward the protesters. This image shows the level of tension on the streets. The Greek press described the country as a "boiling pot" to emphasise how tense the situation is.
Authorities carried out nearly 1,000 detentions across the country, while two people were seriously injured. It is not yet clear exactly how the injuries occurred, and official information in the coming hours will show the full picture.
These events show that the issue of cost of living remains one of the most sensitive social issues in France. The news will continue to be followed as the protests and the authorities' responses develop.
Sources: CNN.gr
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