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The 'Gen Z regelt' initiative called for demonstrations in 23 German cities; by Tuesday around 134,000 people had registered. The CDU fears a repeat of the French scenario with riots, while sociologists and organizers emphasize the peaceful nature of the action.
Aziz KarimovThe French Senate approved a bill on joint liability of riot participants: compensation for damage can be recovered even from those who did not personally damage property. 229 senators voted for the initiative, 105 against. The document is being discussed amid mass protests that have swept the country since September.
Aziz KarimovIn October, France's consumer confidence index dropped five points to 80 — its lowest level since June 2013. The reasons cited are protests, fears over unemployment and rising prices. The data was published by the national statistical institute.
Otabek YusupovAn Iraqi court in Baghdad has issued the first verdicts in the case of 47 French citizens suspected of ties to ISIS. Seven men received sentences of 15 to 20 years, although the law provides for the death penalty. The judge explained the leniency by a desire to give the young men a chance at rehabilitation. All the convicted men were transferred from camps in Syria in early 2026. It remains unclear whether they will be repatriated to France to serve their sentences.
Otabek YusupovFrench school and student leaders said the package of measures from Emmanuel Macron's government does not satisfy them and threatened a new mobilisation. The protests have gone beyond education, drawing in trade unions and the 'yellow vests', while polls show growing support for Marine Le Pen ahead of the 2027 election.
Aziz KarimovAccording to The Wall Street Journal, cited by Daryo.uz, ten European countries have backed Emmanuel Macron's 'forward deterrence' plan: the deployment of Rafale fighter jets, intelligence sharing, and a shared early-warning system. The Baltic states and Italy are not participating in the project.
Otabek YusupovEuronews, based on Eurostat data, compared the median equivalised household income of Europeans aged 18–24: in France it stands at €23,850 against an EU average of €21,482. In 28 of 34 countries, young people live in households with an income below the national median level, and experts warn that the figures distort reality due to late moving out from parents. Euronews, based on Eurostat data, compared the median equivalised household income of Europeans aged 18–24: in France it stands at €23,850 against the EU average of €21,482. In 28 of 34 countries, young people live in households with an income below the national median level, and experts warn that the figures distort reality due to young people moving out of their parents' homes late.
Aziz KarimovOn October 26, 2026, thousands of participants filled the Old Port of Marseille at an anti-racism event organized by an anti-racist coalition, trade unions and local groups. The rally took place three days after the shooting in Trappes and La Verrière, in which a 26-year-old MMA fighter was killed and five people were wounded, including a 12-year-old girl. The prosecutor's office is investigating the attack as a suspected racist terrorist attack.
Aziz KarimovFrench Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin, following the meeting of the defense ministers of the 'Group of Five' (E5), emphasized the countries' unity and stated that support for Ukraine will not stop. The joint press conference was held by the defense ministers of Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom, as well as the EU's chief diplomat Kaja Kallas.
Aziz KarimovThe Rouen prosecutor's office opened a case of aggravated violence after clashes in the city center, in which, according to the investigation, activists of far-right and far-left movements took part. The trigger was a viral video by the outlet Blast showing masked men beating a man on the ground. No victims have been officially identified, and no complaints have been filed so far.
Otabek YusupovFrench President Emmanuel Macron said the government is preparing a package of 'strong measures' in response to protests that have swept the country. He admitted that the authorities did not foresee the scale of the unrest on October 17 and pointed to the role of social media. For the October 24 protests, 70,000 police officers were mobilized and 1,435 arrests were made. The government also promised to respond to students' 'legitimate demands.'
Otabek YusupovJean-Luc Mélenchon, who announced his participation in the 2027 French presidential election, said on TF1's air that Moscow is not an adversary of Paris and warned against provocative actions toward Russia.
Otabek YusupovThe French government is trying to close the chapter on weeks of protests over the cost of living, which escalated on October 17 into some of the most serious unrest in recent years. Emmanuel Macron visited the damaged Marseille city hall and affected shopkeepers, while the prime minister met with students. Over the weekend, 1,435 people were detained, 267 police officers and 150 protesters were injured.
Aziz KarimovIn the industrial zone of Bondoufle in the Essonne department, a professional pest controller seriously wounded his 54-year-old wife with a shot to the head while exterminating rodents. The man claims that in the dark he mistook his wife for a rat. A case of attempted murder has been opened; investigators are examining the possibility of an accidental shot.
Aziz KarimovThe Wall Street Journal described France's plan to expand nuclear deterrence: deploying Rafale fighters with nuclear weapons across Europe, building new infrastructure, and sharing intelligence with allies. The goal is to create 'strategic uncertainty' for Russia. The initiative has also drawn criticism inside France.
Otabek YusupovMass protests over the cost of life are taking place across France on Saturday. Police fired tear gas at around 150 demonstrators in Lyon, armored vehicles and water cannons have been deployed in Marseille, and traders in Paris, Bordeaux and Rennes are boarding up their shop windows. AFP is reporting from the scene.
Aziz KarimovNew nationwide demonstrations over the cost of living took place in France on Saturday. Police used tear gas in Lyon, 70,000 law enforcement officers were mobilized, the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay were closed, and shops were boarded up with shields. Tensions are heightened by Marine Le Pen's National Rally congress ahead of the election in six months. On Saturday, new nationwide demonstrations took place in France over the rising cost of living. Police used tear gas in Lyon, 70,000 law enforcement officers were mobilized, the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay are closed, and shops have been boarded up. Tension is heightened by Le Pen's National Rally congress ahead of elections in six months.
Otabek YusupovThe European Central Bank is expected this week to keep its rate at 2.5% amid rising inflation driven by the energy shock. Markets' main attention is on France: its bond yields have hit their highest level since 2002, but most observers consider activation of the anti-crisis TPI tool unlikely.
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