French Protests Continue Despite Quieter Saturday

French authorities reported significantly fewer disturbances and arrests during Saturday's mass protests compared to the previous weekend, according to an initial assessment. The larger security deployment, reinforced checks, and better protection of shops deterred potential rioters, while police acted more discreetly and union-organized marches were well-structured. Unrest remains widespread across various population groups, with criticism now also targeting government security measures like protest bans and route changes, while original demands remain unaddressed.