France detains 448 at protests over rising prices

French police detained 448 people at protests across the country on November 5.

The demonstrations were linked to anger over the rising cost of living, with unions also calling for higher wages and a higher minimum wage.

The protests began in September with students raising concerns about schools, and later drew students, parents, unions and others.

Authorities reported 430 demonstrations and 53 officers injured, while another account also reported 86 fires and damage at schools.

The interior ministry said the figures were preliminary and would be updated.

The demonstrations have grown since October, when police recorded 227 events on October 31 and 289 on October 24.

The ministry is expected to clarify the figures in the coming hours.