European Protests Spread Across Multiple Countries, Over 1,000 Arrested

Mass protests erupted across multiple European countries since October 24, with over a thousand arrests as demonstrators voiced anger over rising living costs, inadequate public services, and government policies. In France, nationwide demonstrations occurred for a second consecutive weekend, with the interior ministry reporting 289 protests and about 410,000 participants, while unions claimed 800,000. Authorities deployed 70,000 police, and 1,314 people were arrested nationwide, with violence reported in Paris, Marseille, and Strasbourg. Protests also took place in Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Belgium, including clashes in Lisbon and Brussels. Italian police detained 371 people, while Portuguese authorities reported 11 injuries and 31 arrests during a camp clearance.