Anti-government protests and clashes in Paris over cost of living

On Saturday, November 7, 2026, thousands of demonstrators gathered in Paris to protest against the rising cost of living and current government policies. The march began at the Place de la République and proceeded toward the Place de la Nation, involving various student organizations and left-wing unions, though participation was not universal across all labor groups.

Authorities deployed approximately 70,000 police officers across the country to maintain order. Despite these measures, clashes occurred in Paris, leading law enforcement to use tear gas to disperse crowds. Government officials have expressed concerns regarding potential national instability following these events.

The demonstrations aim to increase pressure on Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu ahead of his scheduled meetings with union representatives on Monday. These upcoming discussions are expected to determine the future trajectory of the protests and whether labor groups will continue or scale up their actions. The demonstrators are currently waiting for the outcomes of these high-level negotiations before deciding on further mobilization.