French unions are seeking to resume resistance to the retirement age increase approved by President Emmanuel Macron through what may be a final wave of nationwide protests and scattered strikes on Tuesday. One-third of flights at Orly airport in Paris were cancelled due to the strikes, and around 10% of trains were disrupted throughout France. About 250 marches and demonstrations were organized across the country on the 14th day of national protests since January against the retirement age increase.
The protests have been ongoing for severalThe protests, which began in early December 2019, have disrupted transportation and caused widespread disruption throughout France. Many workers have gone on strike, including those in transportation, education, and healthcare sectors. The demonstrations have also spread to other countries, with solidarity protests taking place in Belgium and Germany. The French government has indicated a willingness to negotiate with unions, but so far, no agreement has been reached. The protests have been largely peaceful, but there have been instances of violence and vandalism.
French unions are seeking to resume resistance to the retirement age increase approved by President Emmanuel Macron through what may be a final wave of nationwide protests and scattered strikes on Tuesday. One-third of flights at Orly airport in Paris were cancelled due to the strikes, and around 10% of trains were disrupted throughout France. About 250 marches and demonstrations were organized across the country on the 14th day of national protests since January against the retirement age increase.
