Emmanuel Macron

French students vow more protests despite Macron government's concessions

There was no immediate confirmation of the education proposals from the government. A press conference to announce the details was delayed.

People on a tram stop holding a French flag with the inscription - revolution - during a demonstration against the high cost of living in southeastern France on October 24, 2026.
This photograph shows a French Air and Space Force Rafale fighter aircraft during joint training with the Croatian Air Force at Zagreb Air Base in Pleso, near Zagreb on October 21, 2026.

France works with 10 European nations to increase strength as nuclear deterrent - report

Masked protesters stand next to burning bicycles amid clashes during a demonstration against the cost of living and rising fuel prices near the Place de la Republique in Paris as part of nationwide protests called by the "Yellow Vests" movement, joined by French high school and university students,

My Word: When Europe fiddles and burns - opinion

Demonstrators sit on the roadway in front of officers of the French CRS riot police during a protest organised by student collectives and trade unions in Paris, France, October 22, 2026

France in flames: As Paris lectures Israel, riots leave its Jews fearing for their safety - opinion


France's Macron says 'illegitimate' protests will be banned, claims ultra-left groups behind riots

Macron was speaking after meeting with intelligence officials and senior ministers earlier in the day to discuss the crisis.

France's President Emmanuel Macron reacts as he chairs an Interministerial Crisis Meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace, in Paris, October 18, 2026.

France's Macron calls for order, says foreign criticism of unrest 'stupid'

US President Donald Trump has blamed immigrants and radical Islam, without providing evidence, and said the turbulence was a warning for Americans.

French President Emmanuel Macron looks on as he speaks to members of the media on the day of the 9th Annual One Planet Sovereign Wealth Funds (OPSWF) Summit, in Lusail, Qatar, October 21, 2026.

France must confront antisemitism before its institutions become targets - opinion

The Limoges Town Hall fire highlights France’s struggle with political extremism, antisemitism, and the erosion of public trust.

Protesters stand in front of Lyon’s tourism office set on fire during a demonstration to protest against the ‘high cost of living,’ in Lyon last week.

Marseille bans protests, communal gatherings as France sees series of violent riots nationwide

The ban comes amid ongoing riots that erupted in cities across France as demonstrations against rising living costs and declining public services spiraled out of control.

A police officer falls during a demonstration as part of nationwide protests called by the "Yellow Vests" movement against the cost of living and rising fuel prices, in Nantes, France, October 17, 2026.

Macron condemns 'shocking' scenes of violence across France, points to 'insurrectionist far-left'

"Looking at these images, we have all asked ourselves: what was going through their minds? How can French people do this to France?" Macron said in a televised address to the nation.

France's President Emmanuel Macron reacts as he chairs an Interministerial Crisis Meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace, in Paris, October 18, 2026.

'France is burning': Trump blames immigration as violent riots engulf French cities

Trump urged France to close its borders, blaming immigration for the unrest as violent riots swept major cities, leaving buildings torched and hundreds injured.

A protester waving a French national flag walks past a fire during clashes prior to the start of a demonstration to protest against the "high cost of living", in Marseille, southern France, on October 17, 2026.

Paris's cost of living protests spiral into France's worst violence, riots in decades

The protests in France began last ‌month at high schools in Paris' working-class northern suburbs, where anger over teacher shortages and shabby facilities evolved into a broader movement.

A police officer falls during a demonstration as part of nationwide protests called by the "Yellow Vests" movement against the cost of living and rising fuel prices, in Nantes, France, October 17, 2026.

Tear gas, clashes between protesters and police hit French cities in cost-of-living demonstrations

The student-led movement broadened from protesting the eduction system to a nationwide demonstration against inequality and excessive public spending.

Masked protesters react through tear gas amid clashes with the French riot police during a demonstration , France, October 17, 2026.

Trump speaks with Netanyahu in solidarity of October 7, as world leaders share condolences

"The Trump administration remains committed to confronting terrorism and bringing hostages home. America will always stand as a beacon of freedom, defending our allies and values around the world."

US President Donald Trump speaks with media before boarding Marine One as he travels to Grand Island, Nebraska, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, October 5, 2026.

The UN’s double standard toward Israel exposes its moral bankruptcy - opinion

Israel has a duty to expose the double standard practiced by the leaders of UN member states and to denounce a system that gives a political majority permission to stigmatize one country.

 UNITED NATIONS headquarters in New York City.