Europe Protests Spread Across France, Italy, Albania, Spain, and Portugal

Thousands of people protested across Europe over the weekend, demanding action against rising living costs and government corruption, with clashes in several countries leading to arrests and injuries. Demonstrations occurred in France, Italy, Albania, Spain, and Portugal. In France, nearly 1,000 arrests were made as 410,000 people protested, according to the government, with police using tear gas and water cannons. Albania saw clashes with riot police, while Italy deployed soldiers amid renewed unrest. Spain focused on pensions and housing, and Portugal cleared a protest camp in Lisbon. The protests reflected broad demands including affordable housing, education investment, and pension protection. Authorities strengthened security in several cities, and some rallies turned violent with property damage and fires.