Following riots and looting during the October 17th demonstrations, France is bracing for further unrest on October 24th. The government's decision to ban protests and enforce curfews has drawn criticism for potentially violating constitutional rights. The deployment of the 'Sentinelle' anti-terrorist military force alongside armored vehicles and police units has sparked a debate on the role of the military in domestic social unrest. Critics point to a hypocritical stance where Paris condemns the suppression of opposition and civil liberties in other nations, such as in Africa, while simultaneously implementing strict security crackdowns at home. By prioritizing security over democratic principles, France faces accusations of moral inconsistency and risks undermining its own democratic standards.