26 October 2026
135 arrested, weapons seized; 70,000 police and security forces mobilized to secure protests
France activates crisis unit ahead of protests
Protests in France, today demonstrations by students and yellow vests
Lecornu: The decree authorizing the release of 10 million barrels of gas oil has just been issued. These stocks will be placed on the market at their acquisition price, nearly four times lower than the current market price. They will thus enable a reduction in the price of gas oil that could reach 18 cents per liter. This reduction is expected to take effect starting November 1. One guarantee: the entirety of this financial benefit must be passed on to the price paid by consumers. This measure will also benefit consumers of non-road gas oil, fishing gas oil, domestic fuel oil, and gas oil in overseas territories
Major museums in Paris closed and authorities deployed a sizeable police force for a round of new protests on Saturday across France, hoping to prevent a repeat of last week's violent unrest that shocked the country
First French nuclear raid (simulated) with an ally. For the first time in their history that began in 1964, the French Strategic Air Forces (FAS) have integrated allied aircraft into their nuclear raid. This is therefore a major event that took place The French Minister of the Armed Forces has just announced that British Eurofighter combat aircraft took part in a French nuclear exercise for the first time
First French nuclear raid (simulated) with an ally. For the first time in their history that began in 1964, the French Strategic Air Forces (FAS) have integrated allied aircraft into their nuclear raid. This is therefore a major event that took place The French Minister of the Armed Forces has just announced that British Eurofighter combat aircraft took part in a French nuclear exercise for the first time
Terror probe after one killed and several wounded in shooting in Paris suburb
A man opened fire on pedestrians in Trappes, in the Yvelines region. At least one person has died. The man has been arrested. (BFMTV)
At least 4 victims after a man opened fire with an automatic weapon on passersby in Trappes and La Verrière, in the Yvelines. The individual fired multiple times, at different locations, before being apprehended by the police. A major police and emergency response deployment is in place on site
Paris City Hall calls for "maximum vigilance" from the public in protest on Saturday
French President Emmanuel Macron says "illegitimate" protests will be banned in the coming days, while marches organized by groups such as unions will be offered alternative routes to protect businesses
Second suspect arrested in connection with fire at Limoges City Hall during protests in France. Main suspect charged with attempted murder of a police officer.
October 24th mobilization: 20% more police forces deployed, including RAID, GIGN, and BRI units.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will host his counterparts from Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany in Istanbul on Friday for talks on regional conflicts, a Turkish diplomatic source told Reuters.
The Indian embassy in Paris has issued an advisory for Indian nationals living in France and those planning to visit the country amid ongoing violent protests and clashes, urging them to stay alert and avoid large gatherings and crowded areas
French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen says Macron government has 'lost control' amid Yellow Vests protests
French luxury brands, such as Dior, Mauboussin and Louis Vuitton, protected their Paris shops with metal barriers and wooden boards on Wednesday (October 21) ahead of a new day of protest that many fear could turn violent once again
Orange Network Outage: A national outage is affecting Orange and Sosh mobile and internet networks since late morning this Wednesday, October 21. Emergency numbers may be difficult to reach, particularly 15 (SAMU), 17 (police and gendarmerie), and 18 (firefighters). In case of emergency, if your call does not go through, dial 112 from another available mobile network or use a landline
Élysée Palace: Macron arrives in Saudi Arabia
The Air Force's fighter aircraft crashed on Tuesday, October 20th, in Meurthe-et-Moselle. At least one crew member is dead.
A Mirage 2000D from the Air and Space Force, returning from a mission, was involved in an air accident on October 20, 2026, around 10:40 p.m., in the Rogéville area (Meurthe-et-Moselle). Search operations and investigations are ongoing
French PM Lecornu to meet with unions ahead of new protests
Overnight curfew imposed in Marseille following protests
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, today exchanged the framework for defense partnership.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu accuses the far-left of planning "widespread unrest" in France until the 2027 presidential election. He cited intelligence reports received by the government. He told the National Assembly that far-left groups had planned "an insurrectionary scheme" in some areas during the October 17 violence. A major security operation, including military reinforcements, is planned for new protests on Saturday, October 24.
Curfew in France: Enters into effect after student protests; planning another march on Saturday
French anti-terrorism prosecutors are considering opening an investigation into the fire at the Limoges town hall during the protests.
US issues security alert for citizens amid recent protests in France and curfew measures in various cities
Trump: France protests not about schools, this is about immigration
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan receives French President Emmanuel Macron in Abu Dhabi. Macron is on a tour of the Gulf aimed at securing oil and diesel supplies in an effort to lower prices, following weekend protests.