France Deploys 70,000 Police Ahead of Protests Amid Fear of Violence

France is once again going to have major protests on Saturday. In view of the violence and looting that took place in the country last week, the administration has tightened security arrangements. The government is trying to avoid a repeat of the violence and riot-like situation this time. About 70,000 policemen have been deployed across the country. According to the French Interior Ministry, special police forces, helicopters, armored vehicles, police dog squads, and water cannons will also be deployed during the demonstrations on Saturday. The administration has made preparations to deal strictly with any kind of violence and vandalism. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez warned protesters on Friday that the government will not be lenient against vandals. He said that strict action will be taken against those who cause violence and damage. A large demonstration has been called in Paris on Saturday afternoon. France's main student union, the UNEF, has organized it. The country's trade union, the CTG, has also announced that it will join the Paris climate activists.