Europe-wide protests: Hundreds of thousands march across France as demonstrations take place across the continent Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets in France, with hundreds of thousands marching across the country, as protests also take place in Italy, Spain, Albania, Belgium, and Ukraine. The demonstrations are a response to government policies and economic conditions, with many young people expressing frustration and disillusionment with traditional politics. In France, police have deployed 70,000 officers across the country, with authorities shutting down several metro stations in Paris to contain crowds and curb movement. The protests follow last weekend's riots and looting that impacted thousands of businesses and resulted in over 2,700 arrests. In Italy, police have raided homes in Milan as part of a crackdown on protesters. The Italian government has introduced new laws aimed at tackling youth unemployment, including a "break it, and pay" law, which holds minors liable for damage caused to property. In France, the interior minister has reported 135 arrests, with protesters citing their right to protest as a key demand. One protester in Paris told the BBC, "We're now protesting for our right to protest." The protests are also being driven by concerns over economic conditions, with many young people struggling to find work and earn decent pay. The demonstrations are part of a broader wave of protests across Europe, with people taking to the streets to express their frustration with government policies and economic conditions. The protests are a reflection of the growing disillusionment with traditional politics and the desire for change.