Tear Gas At France Protests: Police clash with crowds over rising costs; authorities fear unrest

{}Nationwide protests erupted in France against soaring living costs and a decline in social welfare. Major cities like Paris and Marseille witnessed intense confrontations between law enforcement and demonstrators as tensions flared. With thousands taking to the streets, authorities are wary of possible chaos. Originating in northern suburbs where public service grievances peaked, both governmental and opposition factions are blaming each other for the unrest.