Nighttime curfew lifted in major French cities as authorities urge Saturday protest
The temporary night curfew imposed in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille and Nice has ended, and officials are calling for a demonstration on Saturday.
After a night of localized curfews across several French cities following violent clashes linked to the anti-cost-of-living protests, authorities lifted the restrictions on Monday. The measures had been applied in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Lille and Nice. Police reported renewed confrontations on Sunday night. Despite the easing, officials have issued a new call for citizens to gather in protest on Saturday.
Why it matters
It shows how French authorities balance public order with citizens' right to protest amid rising cost-of-living tensions.
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