2025-01-07: An ongoing crowd gathering was reported on Tuesday (7 January) at Place de la République in Paris to celebrate the death of Jean-Marie Le Pen. Reportedly, participants chanted anti-fascist slogans, held placards, set off fireworks and waved flags of the New Anti-Capitalist Party.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
