500,000 protest across France; CGT urges end to police repression

More than 500,000 people protested across France, with one demonstrator reportedly losing a hand to a police-launched grenade. The protests mark a major escalation in social unrest. The CGT union called on the French government to stop repression and immediately respond to social demands. The incident involving the amputated hand highlights the violent clashes between protesters and authorities during the demonstrations. The protests reflect widespread discontent with government policies, with unions organizing large-scale mobilization. The situation remains tense as demonstrators continue to press their demands despite the government's response.