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France protests see mix of peaceful demonstrations, riot police engaging with protesters

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Protests in France Thursday saw a mix of peaceful demonstrations, riot police engaging with protesters in a renewed challenge to President Emmanuel Macron after several weeks of unrest.

In Paris, thick crowds gathered at Place de la Republique square en masse while in Lyon, French riot police fired tear gas and charged a group of protesters.

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