Overview

• Authorities reported about 85,000 demonstrators by midday across roughly 250 rallies, less than half the turnout seen in mid‑September.
• Transport impacts were localized with some Paris Metro stations closed, tram services paused on select lines, and regional rail disruptions reported.
• The Louvre closed some exhibition rooms due to strike action, while officials said about 4% of public‑sector workers took part in the stoppages.
• Reports indicate the prime minister is set to unveil a slightly smaller cabinet this weekend, with key portfolios likely retained and changes considered at the economy and defense posts.
• Lecornu plans meetings with RN and Socialist leaders on Friday and is expected to deliver a government declaration on Tuesday, as pressure mounts from a 115% debt ratio, a 5.8% deficit, and a recent Fitch downgrade.