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Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated at a joint press conference after the meeting of the 'five' (E5) defense ministers in Paris that Italy's position on Ukraine 'cannot change.' He called what is happening in Ukraine dangerous for Europe's security and pledged to continue assistance 'to the best of our capabilities.'
Otabek YusupovThe defence ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom (E5) met in Paris on 26 October and, in a joint statement, are expected to name Russia the most acute and long-term threat to the security of the continent. The statement also records Europe's greater responsibility for its own security and continued support for Ukraine.
Aziz KarimovOn October 21 in Paris, the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation and Centre Pompidou signed an agreement on long-term partnership. As part of the cooperation, an exhibition is planned to present the art and culture of Uzbekistan to an international audience.
Aziz KarimovMass 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 KarimovOn 24 October 2026, hundreds of thousands of French people took to the streets to protest against the rising cost of living and underfunded education. Police arrested 1,314 people; 53 officers were injured. The authorities deployed 70,000 security personnel to prevent a repeat of last week's riots, yet clashes still broke out in Paris, Marseille, Lyon and other cities. On October 24, 2026, hundreds of thousands of French people took to the streets against the rising cost of living and underfunded education. Police detained 1,314 people; 53 officers were injured. Authorities deployed 70,000 security personnel to prevent a repeat of last week's riots, yet clashes still occurred in Paris, Marseille, Lyon and other cities.
Aziz KarimovNew mass protests will take place in France on Saturday. The Paris authorities changed the demonstration route at the last moment, and the unions challenged the decision in court. 70,000 law enforcement officers are being mobilized across the country, and bans and a curfew have been introduced in a number of cities. New mass protests will take place in France on Saturday. The Paris authorities changed the demonstration route at the last moment, and the unions challenged the decision in court. 70,000 security personnel are being mobilized across the country, with bans and a curfew introduced in several cities.
Otabek YusupovOn October 24, 2026, French police and gendarmerie used Centaure armored vehicles in Paris and Marseille amid planned demonstrations over the rising cost of living. In Paris, an armored vehicle stood near the National Assembly building, while in Marseille law enforcement patrolled the streets with armored vehicles and a water cannon.
Otabek YusupovMass demonstrations were held in Paris against the cost-of-living crisis, rising fuel prices, and in support of the student movement. Despite heightened security measures involving the military, clashes broke out; sources give differing estimates of the number of arrests — around 1,000 or more than 1,000 people. The government accuses La France Insoumise and Jean-Luc Mélenchon of inciting violence, which the party rejects.
Aziz KarimovOn Sunday, Paris will host the first regular-season NFL game in France — the Pittsburgh Steelers against the New Orleans Saints. Commissioner Roger Goodell told AFP that the league has not come to France for a one-off and is considering long-term plans, including growing the number of international games to 16 per season and, possibly, a franchise and the Super Bowl in Paris.
Javlon TursunovClaude Monet's monumental painting 'Irises' sold at Sotheby's in Paris for €50 million including the buyer's premium, becoming the most expensive work of art ever sold at auction in France. The canvas, previously known only from a black-and-white photograph, had never left the Schlumberger family's mansion. Three Cézanne works were withdrawn from the sale.
Sevara AzamovaThe fifth Art Basel Paris fair has brought together 211 galleries from 41 countries and runs from October 23 to 25 at the Grand Palais under heightened security following protests in the capital. The organizers have implemented a comprehensive security plan, while collectors and artists continue to attend the fair despite the tense situation in the city.
Javlon TursunovBlogger Aiza-Liluna Ai stated in her Telegram channel that she does not understand those who want to fly to Paris in 2026, and sharply criticized the city. Her statement came amid mass protests in France, accompanied by arson and clashes with police.
Javlon TursunovAs part of a visit by a delegation of the Union of Journalists of Uzbekistan to France, a ceremony was held in Paris to present the national Golden Pen prize. The award went to Didier Labouche, founder and director of the publishing house Georama. He and Euronews correspondent Galina Polyanskaya were also granted honorary membership certificates of the union.
Sevara AzamovaThe Paris city hall announced a ban on staying on Place de la République and in part of the Halles district from 23:00 on October 20 until 06:00 on October 21. Exceptions were made for local residents, enterprise employees and emergency services with valid documents. Police also banned mass gatherings in several districts from 20:00 to 06:00.
Javlon TursunovThe authorities of Paris and Lyon extended nighttime restrictions for the third consecutive time after riots and looting during nationwide protests. In Paris, the curfew is in effect from 23:00 to 6:00 in the areas around Place de la République and Les Halles; gatherings are also banned in several zones, along with a student demonstration on Thursday. In Lyon, prefect Étienne Guillot extended the curfew and the ban on gatherings. The restrictions were introduced after the October 17 protests against the rising cost of living and deteriorating education conditions; new demonstrations are being prepared for Saturday.
Sevara AzamovaParis police banned gatherings near the Élysée Palace, Place de la Bastille, parliament and tourist zones during mass protests. Macron called Trump's comments about the unrest 'stupid' and cited fake AI-generated images; Le Pen rejected these claims.
Sevara AzamovaBlogger Aiza-Liluna Ai said on Telegram that she does not understand those who want to travel to Paris in 2026, calling the city a place that 'smells of urine and despair'. Her words came amid protests in France that began in late September: on October 17, according to the country's Interior Ministry, more than half a million people took to the streets, and 1,200 participants were detained.
Javlon TursunovProtests in France began with schoolchildren in Paris suburbs unhappy with learning conditions; students later joined them. The main cause is high housing and rent prices, especially in Paris. Some actions escalated into riots, in which, according to Kun.uz, radical groups became involved.
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