Fresh protests set to sweep France as last-minute restrictions fuel tensions
As France readies itself for another day of nationwide protests, the government's efforts to prevent renewed violence have prompted criticism from some.
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French unions call for 5 November action after disappointing talks with government
Trade unions, unanimously disappointed after meeting the government, are calling for a large mobilisation on 5 November. The CGT's general secretary is urging workers to "generalise the strike".
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France vows 'massive' security operation involving military forces for expected weekend protests
Some military forces from Operation Sentinelle will be deployed to free up police and gendarmes for the expected demonstrations, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said.
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