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Monday, February 23, 2026
TopicPension reforms protest

Topic: pension reforms protest

France prepares for key constitutional verdict on unpopular pension law

French govt hopes for a green light, likely with minor caveats, that could discourage protests and allow it to enact bill and move on to other reforms.

Unions call workers to join pension law protest marking 12th nationwide strike in France

Some trains will be cancelled, and strike actions can also be expected among refinery workers, garbage collectors and teachers.

Ninth day of nationwide strikes in France after Macron doubles down on pension bill

Protesters blocked a highway near Toulouse and bus depot in Rennes, Le Parisien newspaper said. Rallies were scheduled across country later in the day.

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