Clashes in Lyon mark a new wave of protests in France A new wave of protests brought thousands of workers, students and pensioners to the streets in several French cities to demand better wages, protect public education and protest against the rise in the cost of living. The recruitments increase the social pressure on Emmanuel Macron's government. In Lyon, the demonstration drew more than 25,000 people, according to organizers, and ended in clashes between protesters and police forces. Projectiles were thrown, barricades and fires were set against the backdrop of the many demonstrations throughout the country.

Clashes in Lyon mark a new wave of protests in France A new wave of protests brought thousands of workers, students and pensioners to the streets in several French cities to demand better wages, protect public education and protest against the rise in the cost of living. The recruitments increase the social pressure on Emmanuel Macron's government. In Lyon, the demonstration drew more than 25,000 people, according to organizers, and ended in clashes between protesters and police forces. Projectiles were thrown, barricades and fires were set against the backdrop of the many demonstrations throughout the country.