NYT > World News Why Are There Protests in France? Par : Catherine Porter · Ségolène Le Stradic and Lynsey Chutel 24 octobre 2026 à 07:08 The authorities deployed tens of thousands of security forces and banned demonstrations in some cities, hoping to avoid a repeat of the riots that shook the country a week ago. © Jeff Pachoud/Agence France-Presse — Getty ImagesForensic officers examining the tourist office in Lyon, France, on Sunday, Oct. 18.
NYT > World News How a Small Student Protest Spread Across France Par : Leo Sands 24 octobre 2026 à 05:46 A movement that began with a few high schools has broadened to encompass labor unions and other activists. © Dimitar Dilkoff/Agence France-Presse — Getty ImagesProtesters in Paris this month during a nationwide day of actions called by high school students and joined by unions and teachers.