Demonstrations in France continue - clashes in Lyon

In addition to trade unions, students and the so-called "yellow vests" have also taken to the streets.

The demonstrations have been going on for over a month and on the list of demands are wage increases, increases in minimum wages and better conditions for students.

During Thursday, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to participate in Paris, Lyon and Marseille, among others. In Lyon, there had already been clashes between protesters and the police in the morning, Reuters writes, and a high school had been set on fire outside Toulouse. In Paris, the start of the demonstrations is set for 14.

AP reports that high schools are closed and there are major disruptions in public transport.