More than 70,000 police officers are due to be deployed in France as the country prepares for a day of protest, one week after nationwide riots.
The large security operation reflects fears that protesters could defy restrictions placed on demonstrations. The supplied material does not specify the locations affected, the nature of the restrictions or how long the deployment will last.
The planned protests follow a week of unrest across France. The authorities are preparing for possible further disruption, but no details are given about the organisers, the issues motivating the demonstrations or any official response beyond the decision to deploy police.
The latest known situation is that France is bracing for the protests, with the police presence intended to address concerns about demonstrations proceeding despite the restrictions.
