Protests have erupted across France following President Emmanuel Macron’s recent appointment of a new Prime Minister. The demonstrations involved road closures and the setting of fires in various locations. In response to the protests, police used tear gas in Paris and other cities on Wednesday. The protesters’ objective was to express their discontent with President Macron and to signal their opposition to the new Prime Minister. Over 200 arrests have been recorded amid the clashes. Further details on the situation will be released as they become available.
