Hundreds of thousands have flooded the streets, outraged over budget cuts being pushed by France’s new prime minister
Police fired tear gas in Paris, Nantes, and Lyon on Thursday as protesters clashed with law enforcement during strikes across France against proposed austerity measures.
Hundreds of thousands joined demonstrations to oppose budget cuts proposed by President Emmanuel Macron’s newly appointed prime minister, Sebastien Lecornu. Protesters demanded higher taxes on the wealthy, more funding for public services, and the reversal of pension reforms.
Footage showed crowds waving flags, chanting slogans, singing, and clapping while smoke…
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