The Paris Police Prefecture is tightening restrictions on mass demonstrations. Following violence and looting on the fringes of the social protests, authorities have banned gatherings and demonstrations in several areas of Paris on Thursday, October 22, 2026, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
The decree, issued Wednesday, October 21, covers areas around political institutions and the city's main tourist and shopping districts. Authorities also banned a planned march by the high school and university student movement, which was due to run from the 13th arrondissement to Place de la Bastille.
The restrictions affect several of the capital's emblematic sites, including the areas around the Élysée Palace, the Hôtel Matignon, the National Assembly and the Senate. Local authorities have also moved to protect several neighborhoods popular with Parisians and tourists alike.
French officials said the stated aim is to prevent further unrest in the wake of the events of October 13 and 17.
Meanwhile, in Germany, security agencies are closely monitoring the situation ahead of a youth-led call to demonstrate on October 31, and are coordinating with France and Italy to assess the risk of violence.
According to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) correspondent in Berlin, a spokesperson for the German Interior Ministry said federal and state authorities are in close contact through established coordination mechanisms. If necessary, federal police will support state forces and may deny entry to individuals intending to travel to Germany to take part in rioting.
The ministry also stressed the importance of distinguishing peaceful student protests from activities extremists could exploit to incite violence.