https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/strikes-barricades-and-fiscal-turmoil-an-autumn-of-discontent-grips-franceContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/strikes-barricades-and-fiscal-turmoil-an-autumn-of-discontent-grips-francehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/strikes-barricades-and-fiscal-turmoil-an-autumn-of-discontent-grips-france#u116757Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:03:19 +0000Public workers in France are on strike over pay, while student protests have turned violent. Flight crew unions will strike nationwide from October 17-21, causing flight cancellations and delays. The protests and strikes are rooted in France's struggles to fund its social welfare state, with a presidential election looming.Why it mattersThe turmoil in France is linked to its struggles with funding its social welfare state. A presidential election is approaching, and the situation is raising concerns about a potential far-right takeover. The country is experiencing budget paralysis, spiral