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Paris: Protest starts at Porte d'Italie, after last-minute change to the route

France is bracing for another day of cost-of-living protests, with extra police deployed nationwide to prevent a repeat of the violence that followed last Saturday’s demonstrations. In Lyon, where protests have been banned, police used tear gas to disperse around 150 people who had gathered to demonstrate. Government figures put last weekend’s turnout at more than half a million, and similarly large crowds could take to the streets again today. The movement grew out of high school students’ protests over poor conditions and a lack of resources, and cities across the country have stepped up sec

Politics

Fresh protests across France

A coalition of the “Yellow Vests” movement, trade unions and students will march across France on Saturday with demands over studying conditions and purchasing power. Some 70,000 police are expected to be deployed as authorities fear looting and vandalism similar to last Saturday's unrest.

Politics

France braces for new protests

A coalition of the “Yellow Vests” movement, trade unions and students will march across France on Saturday with demands over studying conditions and purchasing power. Some 70,000 police are expected to be deployed as authorities fear looting and vandalism similar to last Saturday's unrest. Story by J. Pownall, S. Perez, M. Bougault.

Politics

France: Thousands march in Orléans against National Rally congress

Thousands of anti-fascist protesters took to the streets of Orléans on Saturday to demonstrate against a congress held by Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party. Marchers criticised both Le Pen and President Emmanuel Macron, chanting slogans and carrying banners opposing the far right. The protest came amid renewed nationwide demonstrations over the cost of living, a week after rallies descended into street violence. The two-day congress also marked a major campaign event for Le Pen ahead of France’s presidential election in six months’ time. Antonia Kerrigan reports the latest from Or

Politics

Ukraine says Starlink and Starshield connection 'stable' again

Ukraine has regained a "stable" connection to the Starlink and Starshield satellite communications systems, Kyiv's defence minister said on Saturday. Recent disruptions to the connection led to tensions with Washington over the SpaceX-made network crucial to the Ukrainian army's operations.

World

Protests against cost of living expected in Italy under heavy security

Italy is preparing for another day of protests on Saturday against budget cuts and the high cost of living in eight cities, including Rome and Milan. Following last weekend’s unrest, authorities announced heavy security measures, including the use of drones and helicopters to monitor the marches.

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Politics

Live: French police seize weapons and arrest 135 people on the sidelines of new protests

Police have seized various weapons and arrested 135 people on the sidelines of new protests on Saturday, French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said. Some 70,000 police have been deployed ahead of a march by “Yellow Vests”, trade unions and students, with authorities fearing a repeat of the looting and vandalism seen during last Saturday's unrest. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Health

WHO and Global Citizen announce: 'One World: Together at home' Global Special to support healthcare workers in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic

‘One World: Together At Home’ Global Special to Air on Saturday, April 18 in Celebration and Support of Healthcare Workes, Broadcast to Feature Real Experiences from Doctors, Nurses and Families Around the World. Historic Broadcast to be Hosted by Jimmy Fallon of ‘The Tonight Show,’ Jimmy Kimmel of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ and Stephen Colbert of ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,’ Friends from Sesame Street Also on Hand to Help Unify and Inspire People Around the World to Take Meaningful Actions that Increase Support for the Global COVID-19 Response Curated in Collaboration with Lady Gaga, Broadc

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French authorities tighten restrictions and ban specific protests

France is bracing for another weekend of protests, after violence erupted on the sidelines of last week's mobilisations. Paris is extending a partial curfew in parts of the city until Monday, while protests are banned altogether in the cities of Marseille and Lyon. 70,000 security personnel will be deployed on Saturday and only union demonstrations will be authorised.

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Politics

Live: French union leaders criticise Macron’s ban on demonstrations

For the first time since high school protests began over a month ago, French President Emmanuel Macron is meeting with student organisations in Paris Friday afternoon. Following his decision to ban upcoming demonstrations not organised by unions, several political parties and unions have condemned the move as a violation of the right to protest. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

World

French shopkeepers fear new looting in upcoming protests

In Paris, shopkeepers fear further losses ahead of a demonstration planned for next Saturday. After last weekend’s protests saw scenes of vandalism, some are considering closing their shops, while others plan to stay open.