French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez warned of a “very high risk” of disorder, especially after dark on Halloween, as about 320,000 people protested nationwide. France was bracing for a third consecutive weekend of demonstrations, with around 70,000 security personnel deployed amid concerns about a repeat of violence on October 17. Thousands also marched in Germany.
WHO:
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez
WHAT:
Laurent Nuñez warned of a very high risk of disorder during protests in France.
WHEN:
Reported Oct 31, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET
WHERE:
France
WHY:
The risk assessment was prompted by nationwide protests and concerns about disorder after dark, with Halloween celebrations adding to security concerns over masked demonstrators.
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