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Paris transit officials ramp up security ahead of protests

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Paris police plan to close several metro and suburban rail stations as a precautionary measure during protests planned for 31 October 2026.
Paris police plan to close several metro and suburban rail stations as a precautionary measure during protests planned for 31 October 2026. © Olivier Corsan/Le Parisien/Photo PQR/MaxPPP

Part of the French capital's public transportation network is expected to close on 31 October, the day of the next planned protests against the rising cost of living. Securing the transit system has become a key concern since the violent unrest of demonstrations two weeks ago.

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