Approximately 400 people were detained in France during protests involving between 550,000 and 800,000 participants, marked by clashes with police and arson, including the burning of the town hall in Limoges and a tourist office in Lyon, with damages estimated in tens of millions of euros.

Approximately 400 people were detained in France during protests involving between 550,000 and 800,000 participants, marked by clashes with police and arson, including the burning of the town hall in Limoges and a tourist office in Lyon, with damages estimated in tens of millions of euros.

@varlamov_news 17 Oct 2026, 21:29

Mass protests occurred in France, with over half a million participants in 1750 actions, resulting in significant damages and arrests, while authorities consider tightening control measures.

@rybar 17 Oct 2026, 20:21

Mass protests in France against rising prices and educational issues have escalated into clashes with police, resulting in over 500,000 people taking to the streets, with protesters demanding a reduction in the cost of living and improvements in public services.

@mash 17 Oct 2026, 18:21

Mass protests continue in France, marked by clashes with police and actions in several cities, including Paris, Marseille, and Lyon, where incidents of violence and damage to public buildings have been reported.

@ostorozhno_novosti 17 Oct 2026, 17:53

Mass protests against the rising cost of living continue in France, with the municipal building in Marseille seized and a tourist center in Lyon burned, involving various groups including students and activists.

@meduzalive 17 Oct 2026, 15:34