The French Interior Minister, Gérald Darmanin, announced that approximately 70,000 security forces will be deployed across the country to address the planned protests on Saturday, October 31. This decision was made in response to calls for a new round of demonstrations against government policies.
Reason for Deploying Security Forces
Recent protests in France have escalated due to public dissatisfaction, particularly regarding economic and social issues. In recent weeks, several demonstrations have taken place in major cities such as Paris and Marseille, some of which have turned violent. The Interior Minister emphasized that these measures are taken to maintain public safety and prevent any unrest.
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Predictions and Reactions
Gérald Darmanin stated that police forces will be fully prepared and stationed at designated locations, adding that any violent actions will be met with a strong response. Meanwhile, civil and human rights organizations have warned about the potential use of excessive force by the police and have called for the rights of demonstrators to be respected.
France has witnessed widespread unrest in recent years, including the Yellow Vests movement, which became one of the biggest challenges for the government. As the date of the protests approaches, concerns about the repetition of these bitter experiences have increased.
In this context, the Interior Minister also advised citizens to refrain from any provocative actions if they attend the protests and to express their dissent peacefully. He also announced that all necessary measures have been taken to manage emergency situations.
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