The protests are also fueled by the rise of far-right parties, which are exploiting fears of immigration and identity crisis. The violence seen in some protests is a product of the tensions and frustrations that have built up over time.
What's behind Europe's youth protests?
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What’s behind Europe’s youth protests?
As youth-led protests spread across Europe, scenes of violence have fuelled anti-immigration claims online. But what’s actually driving the unrest? Al Jazeera’s Ava Warriner explains.
Published On 18 Oct 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned widespread protests across the country for their violent nature, promising to increase security measures but not announcing a state of emergency or curfew. Nearly 2,400 people were arrested on Saturday, and about 1,000 police and gendarmes were injured. Macron pledged to launch a "crisis unit" to provide urgent aid to those affected by the violence and to learn from the events to prevent future occurrences.