From The National Herald
Center-Left Owned by The Associated Journals Ltd.France braces for mass protests as unions call nationwide strike over wages, cost of living
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On Thursday, French trade unions coordinated nationwide strikes and demonstrations, with tens of thousands of members taking part and officials expecting up to 700,000 demonstrators. Participants are demanding higher wages and backing the high‑school protest movement, while also raising concerns about the cost of living. The actions add fresh pressure on President Macron’s government after more than a month of large, recurring protests across France.
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left · 2 outlets
The demonstrations come as the eurozone's second largest economy battles to redress its finances, six months ahead of elections to replace centrist President Emmanuel Macron
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center · 1 outlet
Authorities have sought to lower tensions after riots and looting on October 17 caught security forces off guard
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Up to 700,000 demonstrators are expected to join Thursday's mobilisation, with workers demanding higher wages
