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What sparked the fiery protests in France – and how they could spread across Europe

The Independent World · 17 October 2026 at 17:57

What sparked the fiery protests in France – and how they could spread across Europe

Here’s everything you need to know about the nationwide movement

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What sparked the fiery protests in France – and how they could spread across Europe

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