French pension reform sparks ongoing protests and unrest.
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France has been hit by more protests against President Emmanuel Macron's proposed pension reform, with unions calling for a nationwide strike. The reform aims to merge France's 42 pension schemes into a single, points-based system, but unions argue it will force people to work longer and reduce benefits. The strikes have disrupted transport and public services, with further protests planned for the coming days.
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