Germany and France are bracing for protests over the Halloween weekend as youth-led protests over rising living costs, education and government policies continue across Europe. About 150,000 protesters are expected in 30 German cities, while France is deploying 70,000 police and imposing a curfew, transport restrictions and restrictions on demonstrations following earlier unrest. French unions have criticized the restrictions, while authorities warn that Halloween celebrations could increase the risk of disturbances. here.