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France protests

Elderly man urinates on police vehicles during protests in France

During protests in France, an elderly man urinated on police vehicles. Saturday's demonstrations brought unrest to several cities.

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A street view showing police vehicles parked near a pedestrian crossing Photo: Bora Haber

During protests in France, an elderly man urinated on police vehicles.

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Overview of the protests

In protests held across the country on Saturday, demonstrators opposed rising fuel prices, the cost of living and the state of public services. Police detained about 1800 people. Looting occurred in Paris, Marseille and Lille as well as other areas.

Police intervened against the crowds with tear gas and water cannon. Some groups were reported to have lit fires in the streets and set vehicles ablaze.

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