French police clash with some protesters as 320,000 rally nationwide

French police fired tear gas and clashed with some protesters on Saturday during demonstrations against rising living costs and police violence, CBS News reported.

About 70,000 people demonstrated in Paris alone, with a total of approximately 320,000 people rallying across France, according to France's interior ministry.

In cities including Marseille, Lyon, and Toulouse, police used tear gas and water cannons in response to projectiles and unauthorized protests, as reported by CBS News and The Associated Press.

Authorities made more than 560 arrests nationwide by Saturday night, following previous weekends marked by riots and looting during marches.

Protesters in Paris included people in costumes, with placards expressing opposition to tear gas and government policies. Hard-left presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon also joined the march, criticizing the government's approach.

Organizers and participants emphasized demands against the cost of living and police violence, while some demonstrators highlighted the peaceful nature of the protests despite media focus on unrest.

Interior Minister Laurent Nunez's office noted preparations for potential street violence comparable to previous weekends, with social media calls for action around Halloween.