The key facts
- Aiza-Liluna Ai criticized Paris on Telegram, saying she does not understand those who want to fly there in 2026
- Protests in France began in late September with demonstrations by high school students in the Île-de-France region
- On October 17, according to the French Interior Ministry, more than half a million people protested; 1,200 people were detained across the country
Blogger on Paris
Blogger and businesswoman Aiza-Liluna Ai criticized the capital of France in her Telegram channel. According to her, she sincerely does not understand people who want to fly to Paris in 2026. 'I cannot stand this city even in the best of times, and right now even less so. There are far more interesting places on the planet than a city that smells of urine and despair,' Aiza said.
Context: protests in France
The blogger's statement came amid ongoing protests in France. They began in late September with demonstrations by high school students in the capital region of Île-de-France over problems in the education sector and gradually spread across the entire country.
Mass action on October 17
On October 17, activists, representatives of youth, trade unions and workers' movements, as well as far-left movements, took to the streets. They protested against rising fuel prices and declining purchasing power. According to the French Interior Ministry, the number of protesters exceeded half a million people. Clashes with police occurred in Paris: law enforcement officers used tear gas and water cannons. A total of 1,200 people have been detained across the country.
Reactions from other public figures
Earlier, Igor Sinyak complained about the protests in Paris.
