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Authorities said 320,000 people marched across France on Saturday in a third consecutive weekend of protests over living costs and schools, including 70,000 in Paris. Police fired tear gas in Paris and Lyon, and the Interior Ministry said at least 290 people were arrested nationwide.
France protests draw 320,000 as police clash with marchers in Paris, Lyon ↗Authorities counted 320,000 protesters nationwide on France's third straight weekend of cost-of-living and school demonstrations; police fired tear gas in Paris and Lyon.
Anti-government protests spread from France to Milan, Rome, Madrid, Lisbon and Tirana. French police made 135 arrests, and police in Italy raided homes.
French authorities have banned or restricted demonstrations in several cities after weekend rioting, as President Macron says only protests by recognised groups will be allowed.
