https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/violent-protests-multiply-across-europeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/violent-protests-multiply-across-europehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/violent-protests-multiply-across-europe#u148476Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:42:02 +0000Protests over cost of living, education, and housing have erupted in multiple European countries, including France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, and Belgium. Demonstrations have turned violent in several cities, with protesters demanding action on issues such as unaffordable housing, poor schooling conditions, and high living costs. The protests appear to be driven by a combination of economic and social factors, with some drawing inspiration from social movements in France. The scale of mobilizations varies by country, reflecting specific socio-economic contexts.Why it mattersThe protests