France News News France » Politics: France hit by worst unrest in years as attempts to rein in government spending meet citizen ire
News channel or source: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/france-hit-by-worst-unrest-in-years-as-attempts-to-rein-in-government-spending-meet-citizen-ire/ar-AA2fcFsB
Published on: Monday 19 October 2026
France’s worst unrest in years saw thousands arrested, prompting President Macron to vow an “uncompromising” response ahead of a critical budget vote.
News France » Politics: France’s devastation and its aftermath
News channel or source: https://www.economist.com/europe/2026/10/22/frances-devastation-and-its-aftermath
Published on: Wednesday 21 October 2026
The underlying tension is linked to the election, which is polarising politics. After nearly a decade in office, the centrist Mr Macron is constitutionally barred from running again. Many protesting students have no memory of life under a different leader. France wants change, but is deeply divided about what should come next.