France witnessed massive demonstrations protesting the high cost of living, with figures ranging from 410,000 according to the Interior Ministry to 800,000 according to labor unions. Protests in cities including Paris, Lyon, and Marseille were marked by violent clashes with police, resulting in injuries and 65 arrests in the capital. These events follow earlier mobilizations that began on October 17, involving students, workers, and Yellow Vest supporters. Following an unsuccessful meeting between trade union representatives and Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, unions have scheduled a nationwide strike for November 5 to voice continued opposition to the decline in purchasing power.