Wave of protests and riots in several European countries

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In France, thousands were arrested in a protest over the cost of living. According to Calcalist, 70,000 police officers were deployed across the country. According to Israel Hayom, 110,000 people took part in the demonstration in Paris, and clashes with security forces broke out at its end. According to Maariv, about 410,000 protesters took to the streets, and about 1,000 people were arrested.

In Barcelona, according to Channel 14, 128 people were arrested after a night of looting and arson, and more than half of those arrested were minors. According to Israel Hayom, hundreds of shoppers were trapped in stores in the city center, and shop owners lowered their shutters.

In Italy, troops were deployed in Milan, and according to Israel Hayom, the prime minister announced a reinforcement of 500 soldiers. According to Maariv, violent clashes broke out in Rome, Turin and Bologna, and nine people were arrested. According to Channel 14, pro-Palestinian protesters broke into the Colosseum in Rome.