The traditional May Day parade brought thousands of people to the heart of the French capital.
Demonstrators who participated in a demonstration on May Day in Paris vandalized and robbed a number of commercial establishments, and police had to use tear gas, according to Radio France 24.
The traditional May Day parade brought thousands of people to the heart of the French capital. The protests were organized by union activists, associations and leftist parties. The publication cited the content of slogans: “Dealing with Macron, we will build a counter-offensive”, “zero police, more justice and medical staff” and “we will be able to fill our refrigerator with dignity.”
They demanded “salary and pension increases” from the government.
Although most of the protesters acted peacefully, clashes quickly erupted between a group of demonstrators dressed in black and law enforcement officers. Also, these demonstrators started smashing store windows.
As a result, financial institutions and real estate agencies, insurance companies, an organic store and a McDonald’s restaurant were damaged or robbed.
Police arrested 29 people, Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said.
Activists attacked firefighters who were setting fire, police responded with tear gas.
Left-wing leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon, who finished third in the first round of the presidential election, took part in a march in Paris. He wants to rally an alliance of the left, including the Greens, to win a majority in parliament.
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Source: korrespondent
