French government prepare for what could be the largest strike in years
Unions all over France are coordinating what could be the largest workers strike in the country in decades. The strike is occurring in response to President Emmanuel Macron's plans to reform the pension system. Public transport has been completely abandoned and people are being encouraged to stay away from the Eiffel tower as that is where the demonstrations are expected to happen.
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