France seethes again as youth-led protests sweep Europe

Youth-led protests have spread across Europe, with France entering its third week of unrest. Approximately 320,000 people nationwide took to the streets, prompting Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez to warn of a very high risk of disorder, particularly during Halloween. Similar demonstrations occurred in Germany and Italy, where protesters demanded improvements in education, health, climate protection, and affordable living. In Paris, yellow vests were seen on the Statue de la République during the October 17, 2026, rallies.