Mass demonstrations against pension reforms have surged across France, with strikes and rallies now taking place in over 140 cities nationwide. The protests, which began as opposition to proposed changes to the retirement system, have escalated into broader calls for economic justice and government accountability. Transport networks, including trains and airports, remain disrupted as unions continue coordinated walkouts. Authorities are bracing for further unrest as tensions between demonstrators and security forces persist.
France’s Protests Spread to 140 Cities: What to Know The New York Times
