First, France Had Riots and Protests. Now It’s Bracing for a General Strike.

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   France Braces for General Strike Amid Protests

   France is preparing for a general strike and nationwide protests, with hundreds of thousands expected to participate. The strike is driven by economic concerns and labor unions' demands. This comes after previous riots and protests in France, which had caused significant disruptions. The government is seeking to prevent a repeat of the October unrest.

   Why it matters

   The general strike and protests in France are largely driven by economic concerns, including budget impasses and labor union demands. Previous protests and riots had caused significant disruptions, and the government is seeking to maintain order and stability. The situation is being closely watched by international observers.

   What is confirmed

   • Hundreds of thousands are expected to participate in the general strike and nationwide protests in France.
   • The strike is driven by economic concerns and labor unions' demands.
   • The government is seeking to prevent a repeat of the October unrest.

   Still unconfirmed

   • There are reports of possible Russian involvement in a wave of false bomb threats in Europe.

   What to watch next

   • The outcome of the general strike and protests in France
   • The government's response to the labor unions' demands
   • The impact on the French economy
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   3. The Guardian — Protesters to join nationwide march as France braces for day of strike action
   4. Reuters — France faces new protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest
   5. Bloomberg.com — France Faces Fresh Protests With Budget Impasse Deepening
   6. BBC — France gears up for strikes and protests as unions promise national mobilisation
   7. The Economist — Grève expectations
   8. CNN — Live updates: France braces for what could be its largest day of protests in years as economy fuels unrest
   9. Al Jazeera — Workers strike across France, hundreds of thousands expected to protest
   10. jen.jiji.com — Bomb threats in Europe, Ft: "Intelligence investigates possible Russian direction behind threats"
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