France braces for nationwide protests as 70,000 police and soldiers mobilize

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France is bracing for nationwide protests Saturday as authorities mobilize 70,000 police and soldiers amid fears of renewed violence, with shops barricaded and museums closed in Paris. The "Yellow Vests," unions, and students are demonstrating against falling purchasing power and for public services, with over 700 actions planned. Security measures follow last weekend's unrest that saw nearly 3,000 shops vandalized, prompting restrictions criticized by left-wing leaders and rights groups. In Orléans, thousands are marching against far-right leader Marine Le Pen's presidential campaign launch, while similar protests are expected in Italy and Albania.


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