Protests in Paris Over Living Costs and Student Support

• Protesters in Paris clashed with police at Place de la République, using tear gas to disperse the crowd.
• The protests are part of ongoing demonstrations against rising living costs and support for students.
• Police reported that protesters were wearing hoods and masks and throwing fireworks and other objects at officers.
• The BBC reported a shift in mood as the clashes between protesters and police escalated.
• The Place de la République is located northeast of the Paris city center.