More than 400,000 protest across France, challenging Macron as clashes erupt in Paris

More than 400,000 demonstrators rallied across France on Saturday to protest school funding and the rising cost of living. The nationwide movement represents a significant challenge to the government of President Emmanuel Macron, occurring just one week after a period of widespread rioting and looting in the country.

In Paris, the march began peacefully but concluded with clashes between protesters and authorities. While organizers reported a national turnout of over 400,000, Paris police estimated the attendance in the capital at 110,000. Authorities had implemented restrictions to confine the Paris demonstration to the city's southeastern edge, keeping the march away from the city center.