Europe Unrest: France, Italy and Albania Witness Violent Clashes as Anti-Government Protests Escalate

Europe is witnessing a wave of protests driven by rising living costs, inflation, housing problems and growing anger over government policies. France has emerged as a major centre of unrest, with large crowds taking to the streets of Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Lille and Toulouse. Masked demonstrators have clashed with police, while incidents of stone-pelting, arson and vandalism have intensified tensions.

Authorities have deployed tear gas and water cannons to control the crowds, with arrests and police injuries reported. The demonstrations reportedly began with students raising concerns about…