French Unions Launch National Day of Strikes Over Wages and Public Services

Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators are marching across France as five major unions hold a national day of action demanding wage hikes and protected services.

Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has deployed 70,000 police officers to maintain order, following reports of disruption in schools, transport, and refinery operations.

Union leaders are calling for a net monthly wage increase of €100 and reforms to university admissions, with potential follow-up protests planned through the weekend.