Interior minister announces force mobilization

French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced that special units including the Raid, GIGN, BRI, and Sentinelle would be deployed to maintain public order during planned demonstrations on Saturday, October 24.

Special units detailed

The Raid is a specialized police unit focused on high-risk operations, while the GIGN is a counter-terrorism and crisis response unit known for its elite status.

Other units involved

The BRI, or Brigade de Répression des Infractions, handles serious crimes such as drug trafficking and organized crime. The Sentinelle unit is responsible for securing critical infrastructure and public spaces.

Context of the demonstrations

The demonstrations are expected to take place amid ongoing social and political debates, with authorities aiming to prevent any disruption to public safety or security.