https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/almost-1-000-arrested-as-clashes-follow-another-day-of-mass-protests-across-franceContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/almost-1-000-arrested-as-clashes-follow-another-day-of-mass-protests-across-francehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/almost-1-000-arrested-as-clashes-follow-another-day-of-mass-protests-across-france#u159607Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:07:23 +0000French police arrested nearly 1,000 people following a day of mass demonstrations across the country that devolved into late-night clashes. Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators marched in cities including Paris, Marseille, and Bordeaux to protest living costs, school conditions, and policing. Authorities deployed approximately 70,000 police officers who used tear gas and water cannons to disperse crowds. Officials reported that while the demonstrations began peacefully, they turned violent later, resulting in barricades being set alight and shops being targeted.Why it mattersThe nationwide d