https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/first-france-had-riots-and-protests-now-it-s-bracing-for-a-general-strikeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/first-france-had-riots-and-protests-now-it-s-bracing-for-a-general-strikehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/first-france-had-riots-and-protests-now-it-s-bracing-for-a-general-strike#u184854Sat, 07 Nov 2026 23:56:52 +0000France 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 mattersThe 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