French cities brace for Saturday protests as Macron hosts security council meeting ahead of planned weekend unrest in Europe
French officials prepare for protests
Macron is convening ministers and intelligence services to consider how to prevent disorder in French cities. Demonstrations are planned for Saturday. Earlier this week, Macron urged the government to remain firm. He told reporters, “The government must hold its nerve.”
Lecornu to meet party leaders
Prime minister Sébastien Lecornu is scheduled to hold a separate meeting with party leaders later today. They will discuss their concerns, including policing and next year’s presidential campaign.
Russian attacks continue in Ukraine
The report describes overnight Russian strikes on port infrastructure in the Odesa region and on Kyiv. It says other Ukrainian cities were also attacked. A statement quoted in the report said dozens of ballistic missiles struck energy infrastructure, medical facilities, shopping centers and residential areas in Kyiv. The statement argued that appeasement would not end the war and called for strength.
Key points
- Macron has returned from a Gulf tour and is meeting ministers and intelligence officials.
- Protests are planned in French cities for Saturday.
- Lecornu will discuss policing and next year’s presidential campaign with party leaders.
- Russian strikes hit Kyiv and port infrastructure in the Odesa region.