Paris Court Orders Evacuation of Migrants from Gaîté Lyrique Theater

The ruling gives 300 young migrants one month to leave the occupied venue, citing safety risks and disruption to operations.

The Paris Administrative Court has mandated the evacuation of 300 young migrants occupying the Gaîté Lyrique theater since December, citing fire, health, and public order risks.
The migrants, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, began occupying the venue after being denied recognition of their minority status by the state.
The occupation has led to significant disruptions, including the cancellation of half the theater's programming and financial losses threatening its survival.
Tensions have escalated around the site as far-right groups have protested, necessitating police intervention to prevent violent clashes.
Local officials and activists have criticized the state's inaction and are calling for urgent, sustainable housing solutions for the displaced migrants.