French protesters unite in nationwide day of action

A nationwide protest day on Saturday seeks to unite diverse grievances, bringing together former "yellow vests," students, climate activists, and farmers against the high cost of living, with planned blockades and marches of uncertain scale. The mobilization, occurring six months before the presidential election, aims to revive the yellow vest movement and amplify youth protests over study conditions. Organizers have announced around 1,500 actions, including potential blockades of roads, tolls, and fuel depots, while authorities anticipate up to 190,000 demonstrators nationwide. The government has called a crisis cell and urged calm, warning that blockades of essential infrastructure will not be tolerated. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has taken steps to address grievances, including new talks with student groups and agricultural aid, as political figures from various parties prepare to join the marches.