Macron anunță interzicerea parțială a protestelor, înaintea unui weekend tensionat în Franța, după violențele din 17 octombrie

French President Emmanuel Macron announced a partial ban on protests, labeling them "illegitimate" due to recent violence. He blamed far-left groups for the unrest and stated that union demonstrations would be redirected to protect businesses. Macron's comments came ahead of a weekend expected to see further protests, with some cities already banning planned demonstrations. The police will deploy elite units to maintain order, as merchants in Paris prepare for potential violence. The unrest on October 17 highlighted growing discontent over living costs and education conditions, leading to clashes and property damage. Political tensions have escalated, with accusations against radical left parties ahead of upcoming elections.