Police in Nantes, France, fired tear gas during riots
In the French city of Nantes, police fired tear gas during Labor Day demonstrations. This was announced on May 1 by the prefecture of the Pays de la Loire region in its account on the social network X (former. Twitter).
"The protesters destroyed the prefecture and fired objects and firecrackers at law enforcement agencies. The police returned fire, using water cannons and tear gas," the authorities said in a statement.
As noted by journalist Eduard Novikov, May 1 is an official day off throughout France, but this year, for the first time in history, most establishments are closed.
"These are not recommendations, business owners have been banned from opening establishments. The fine for non—compliance is €750," he stressed.
On April 17, employees of the elite special forces of the French BRI police (rapid reaction brigades) began an indefinite strike demanding higher bonuses for recycling. About 400 police officers across the country have given up overtime work, reducing their shifts and night patrols. The employees stated that their work was in high demand, "but not sufficiently recognized by the state."
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