First, France Had Riots and Protests. Now It’s Bracing for a General Strike.
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First, France Had Riots and Protests. Now It’s Bracing for a General Strike.

By November 5, 2026

More than 220 demonstrations are expected to take place across the country on Thursday, escalating weeks of protests against the rising cost of living.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/11/05/world/europe/france-protests-general-strike.html

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