The AP said hundreds of thousands had joined protests over living costs and public services, with the president preparing a national address.
French authorities reported 1,800 arrests after demonstrations and clashes across the country. The linked original report carries the source publication date shown above and provides the full account, named sources and any subsequent updates.
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