On Sept. 10, 2025, the “Bloquons tout” (“Block Everything”) movement became active in an attempt to bring France to a halt over major government spending cuts.
The protest has called for blockades and a national strike to take place on Sept. 10.
‘Block Everything’: What to Know About Protests in France
Protests in France have erupted over austerity measures.
A police officer stands next to bins placed on a street to block it during the "Block Everything" protest movement in Paris, on Sept. 10, 2025. Thibault Camus/AP Photo
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Owen Evans is a UK-based journalist covering a wide range of national stories, with a particular interest in civil liberties and free speech.
