Paris protests over rising living costs, curbs on demonstrations

Paris protests over rising living costs and strained public services spark concerns over police restrictions on demonstrations.

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Peter Humi
Press TV, Paris

Unions, students and Yellow Vest campaigners have mobilized in Paris against rising living costs and deteriorating public services. The government imposed tighter security, with police deployed in massive numbers. But restrictions on demonstrations have also raised concerns over the right to peaceful protest.