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Massive protests under the banner of "Block Everything" erupted across France on Wednesday, marking the first major challenge for the country’s newly appointed prime minister. Demonstrators blocked roads, lit fires, and clashed with police in Paris and other cities, intensifying pressure on President Emmanuel Macron’s government.
Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau confirmed nearly 200 arrests within the first hours of the nationwide demonstrations. Despite the deployment of 80,000 police officers, protesters managed to set up barricades and cause widespread disruptions. A bus was set ablaze in Rennes, while a damaged power line in the southwest brought trains to a halt.
Retailleau accused demonstrators of trying to create “a climate of insurrection.” Authorities have warned that the protests, which started online over the summer, could escalate further, with fears of sabotage and more violent flashpoints.
Although the movement failed to fully deliver on its slogan of “Block Everything,” the unrest has already shaken France’s streets, raising questions about how the government will manage the growing anger.