French neo-Nazis targeted anti-cost-of-living protesters in multiple cities, sparking criticism from mayors and the Interior Minister.
French neo-Nazis plan operations
French neo-Nazi groups have planned activities for Saturday, October 24, targeting protesters against the high cost of living in several cities, including Nice, Nancy, Tours, Dijon, Montpellier, Toulouse, Caen, and Lyon, according to multiple reports.Operations on the sidelines of protests
Far-right groups reportedly organized these operations alongside the social mobilization day, which saw widespread demonstrations against rising living costs. Witnesses and local authorities have confirmed that these activities took place outside the main protests.Mayors criticize police response
Mayors in affected cities have expressed frustration over what they describe as the police’s lack of action during the events. They argue that law enforcement did not adequately intervene to prevent or stop the far-right activities.Interior Minister calls for legal action
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has instructed concerned regional officials to pursue legal action against those responsible for the operations. This comes amid growing concerns over the influence and activities of far-right groups in France.