Protests spread to Belgium as French police face 'war scenes' in Paris


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In what Emmanuel Macron, the president, called “war scenes”, a peaceful protest descended into running battles and tear gas, leaving many of the avenue’s windows smashed.


Police have mobilised up to 5000 officers, are banning traffic and allowing in pedestrians only after ID checks.


Christophe Castaner, the interior minister, said access would be “very tight”, with bag searches and systematic requests for identity papers from anybody trying to enter.


Workers reinforce store windows on the famed Champs Elysees avenue to prepare for an expected protest by the yellow jackets.

Workers reinforce store windows on the famed Champs Elysees avenue to prepare for an expected protest by the “yellow jackets”.Credit:AP


Despite the extra measure, the avenue’s new Apple store, which opened earlier this month, will be shutting for the whole day.


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