France deploys 70,000 security forces for Halloween protests
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 20:38 · Archive
France will deploy about 70,000 security forces ahead of planned demonstrations this weekend, amid warnings of potential urban violence.
France will deploy approximately 70,000 security forces this weekend to manage public order ahead of planned protests, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez announced. Security authorities identified numerous calls on social media for demonstrations and gatherings framed as Halloween celebrations, with Nunez stating: 'The risk of urban riots is therefore very high from early evening until late at night.'
The yellow vest movement has announced a 'third act' of protests for Saturday, calling for rallies and sit-ins outside the National Assembly and all town halls across France. Unions have separately called for demonstrations. French President Emmanuel Macron described the planned demonstrations as 'high risk' and demanded the marches take place outside city centres.
A comparable security deployment of 70,000 officers last Saturday, including special forces, armoured vehicles and water cannons, resulted in 410,000 people demonstrating across France, with about 110,000 in Paris. The demonstrations have involved young people advocating for better school equipment, alongside groups focused on the high cost of living.
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- France security forces brace for Halloween protestsAbout 70,000 security forces will be again be deployed to safeguard public order in France, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez says.The West Australian · 29 Oct, 20:05
- France security forces brace for Halloween protestsAbout 70,000 security forces will be again be deployed to safeguard public order in France, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez says.Perth Now · 29 Oct, 20:05
In this story: Laurent Nunez · Emmanuel Macron · France · National Assembly
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