French Police Arrest 135 as Protests Over Inequality and Rights Continue

French police arrested 135 people as tens of thousands of demonstrators marched in more than 100 locations across France. The protests centre on inequality, government policies and restrictions on public demonstrations. Authorities deployed extra security after violence, looting and vandalism were reported during protests the previous weekend. More than 2,700 people have reportedly been arrested since the unrest began, while several cities have introduced curfews and limits on gatherings. In Paris, police allowed a march on an approved route while clearing and redirecting crowds elsewhere. Demonstrators in cities including Lyon, Nantes, Bordeaux and Strasbourg said concerns over free expression, housing costs, jobs, climate issues and the gap between rich and poor were driving the movement.

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