Protests across Europe include clashes and looting in France and Germany

Crime · First reported 1 Nov, 02:08 · Updated 03:22

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Demonstrations over issues including living costs and education took place in several European countries over Halloween weekend. The Hindustan Times report describes clashes and arrests in France and Germany, alongside housing protests in Portugal; the Daily Mail snippet highlights clashes in Berlin.

In France, demonstrations continued for a third consecutive weekend; the government estimated 320,000 participants nationwide on Saturday, and authorities reported more than 560 arrests by nightfall.
In Germany, youth-led protests took place across 34 cities; violence and looting were reported in Frankfurt, with clashes also reported in other cities.
The reports also mention housing protests in Lisbon and clashes in Berlin; the Daily Mail snippet says more than 3,500 demonstrators took to the streets there.

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Key facts

France attendance: The government estimated 320,000 protesters nationwide on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
France arrests: Authorities reported more than 560 arrests nationwide by Saturday night.
Germany protest locations: The campaign group Gen Z regelt organized protests across 34 cities.
Germany attendance: Police in Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin reported around 18,000 protesters, compared with roughly 36,000 on organisers’ website.
Berlin crowd: The Daily Mail snippet reports more than 3,500 demonstrators.