Cost of living protests spread to Germany and reignite in France on Halloween

Street protests over the rising cost of living and deteriorating public services are set to spread to Germany and reignite in France on Saturday, with police on high alert for potential looting and rioting. Weeks of student-led demonstrations have already rocked Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, and France, as activists demand better education, housing, and economic relief. In France, organizers have called for Halloween protests to voice anger over the cost of living and deficient public services, while German activists prepare to join the movement. The protests highlight growing frustration across Europe over stagnant wages, rising prices, and government austerity measures, with young people particularly affected. Authorities are mobilizing to prevent violence and property damage, but the scale of the demonstrations signals deep-seated discontent that is unlikely to fade soon. The coming days will test whether governments can address the underlying grievances or face further unrest.