Overview

• The protests on March 22, 2025, drew 91,000 participants nationwide, including 21,500 in Paris, according to official figures.
• The demonstrations were organized by unions, associations, and left-wing parties to denounce racism and the rise of far-right ideologies.
• A caricature by La France Insoumise, accused of antisemitism, overshadowed the protests and sparked internal divisions within the left.
• Tensions escalated in Paris, leading to clashes between protesters and police, during which journalist Clément Lanot was injured by a police officer.
• Criticism emerged over the protests' inclusivity, focus, and turnout, with some questioning their effectiveness in addressing the intended issues.