In France, on October 31, hundreds of thousands of people participated in "Act III" protests, widespread nationwide demonstrations against the rising cost of living, high inflation, and for better funding for public services and education. More than 150 protests were held across the country, organized by trade unions, high school students, university students, and the "Yellow Vests". In total, according to official figures, between 320,000 and half a million people took to the streets. Among the slogans were "12 billion euros for education, not for a new aircraft carrier", "Money for public facilities, not for wars and billionaires", "Long live the student protest". Clashes with the police occurred in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Grenoble, Toulouse, Rennes, Montpellier, Nantes, Rouen, and Dijon. Starting November 2, high school students plan to resume school blockades and other demonstrations. A nationwide general strike is planned for Thursday, November 5, 2026.

In France, on October 31, hundreds of thousands of people participated in "Act III" protests, widespread nationwide demonstrations against the rising cost of living, high inflation, and for better funding for public services and education. More than 150 protests were held across the country, organized by trade unions, high school students, university students, and the "Yellow Vests". In total, according to official figures, between 320,000 and half a million people took to the streets. Among the slogans were "12 billion euros for education, not for a new aircraft carrier", "Money for public facilities, not for wars and billionaires", "Long live the student protest". Clashes with the police occurred in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Grenoble, Toulouse, Rennes, Montpellier, Nantes, Rouen, and Dijon. Starting November 2, high school students plan to resume school blockades and other demonstrations. A nationwide general strike is planned for Thursday, November 5, 2026.