On Friday, October 9, the PAZ association, a group focused on animal rights, approached Gabriel Attal, a presidential candidate, during his visit to Lyon. The group asked Attal to commit to animal protection measures. The Renaissance presidential candidate had chosen Lyon for his first speech, aiming to bounce back and launch his campaign. However, his visit could be disrupted by the demonstration. PAZ, also known as Projet Animaux Zoopolis, had previously asked candidates for the Elysée to sign a commitment charter for animal protection in July 2026. Among the measures discussed were the closure of public zoos, a ban on the exploitation of wild and domestic animals in all types of performances, and the creation of a ministry for the animal condition. According to the association, Gabriel Attal did not commit after their messages sent to his party and campaign team on July 21, 2026. The group urged him "to set an example." Five volunteers from PAZ held banners and flyers at the Charles de Gaulle quay at 1:30 p.m., one hour before Attal's speech. They urged the candidates "to set an example." Their posters featured the slogan "she does not have her place in a cage" on a background of images of animals. Aline, the association's representative in Lyon, stated that the majority of the public was receptive to their mobilization and that they were able to exchange with two people from Gabriel Attal's campaign, who assured them they would ask him to sign their charter. A similar demonstration was held on Friday, October 9, at noon in front of the headquarters of the Socialist Party. The association claims to have been able to exchange with Floran Vadillo, the general director of the rose party, who committed to transmitting the charter to candidates involved in the primary. The PAZ association continues to push for stronger animal rights policies and has been active in engaging with political figures to promote its agenda. Their efforts reflect a growing public interest in animal welfare issues and the influence of civil society in shaping political discourse.