Protests against high fuel prices cripple Paris

French authorities drafted thousands of additional police officers into Paris for the third demonstration by protesters angry at high fuel prices. For more than two weeks, the "yellow vests" have blocked roads across France in a spontaneous, popular rebellion against diesel tax hikes and the high cost of living. It has grown into one of the largest and most stubborn challenges Emmanuel Macron has faced in his 18-month-old presidency.

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Protests against high fuel prices cripple Paris