In Paris, the traditional May Day demonstration began on the Place de la République, with thousands of people participating.
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A column of demonstrators marched towards Nation Square.
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Above it rise miniature balloons with the logos of the leading French trade unions: the General Confederation of Labor (CGT), Force of the Workers (FO) and others. The flags of the communist and socialist parties and the New Anti-Capitalist Party are visible.
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Many demonstrators hold Palestinian flags, and among the participants there are many supporters of the “yellow vest” movement. They chant the song: “We are here, we are here, for the honor of the workers, even if Macron doesn’t want it!”
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The column of demonstrators also includes several hundred black bloc radicals, dressed all in black and with their faces covered with masks and hoods.
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On May 1st, in honor of Labor Day, demonstrations are traditionally held in France. According to law enforcement officials, a total of 270 actions have been announced; from 130 to 150 thousand people can take part in them. According to the Paris police prefecture, between 15 and 30 thousand participants are expected in the capital.
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According to the prefecture in X, 478 people were tested during preliminary controls. Among other things, knives and brass knuckles were confiscated from them.
