India, Oct. 25 -- According to figures shared by the French government's Interior Ministry, over 1,314 protestors have been detained. Despite heavy scrutiny, protests persisted over the weekend and the subsequent clashes injured at least 50 police officers across France. Protest groups have called for similar demonstrations next Saturday, with a nationwide strike scheduled for November 5, 2026.

Over 1,314 Protestors Arrested by French Authorities Amid Escalating Unrest

On Saturday, October 24, 2026, French authorities detained 1,314 people during nationwide protests, as demonstrations over the rising cost of living and public services continued across the country. According to France's Interior Ministry, 53 members of the security force...