France Deploys 70,000 Police to Prevent Civil Unrest
France will deploy approximately 70,000 police officers across the country on Saturday in an effort to prevent further civil unrest. The move comes after the worst street violence in years broke out on the periphery of cost-of-living protests last weekend.
According to the interior minister, Laurent Nuñez, the security forces will include elite units typically used for counter-terrorism operations and hostage rescues. This decision was made in response to social media calls for violence from "ultra-left" groups.
The deployment is a significant show of force, with the government seeking to quell potential unrest before it escalates. The situation remains tense, with the government closely monitoring social media for any signs of planned disturbances.
