Trump warns revolution-wary Americans against France
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on La Nouvelle Tribune
Donald Trump advised Americans not to choose France for their holidays if they dislike revolutions, during a political rally in the United States. His remark referred to social tensions in France in October, including demonstrations on 17 and 24 October, La Nouvelle Tribune reports.
US President Donald Trump advised Americans who dislike revolutions against choosing France, during a political rally, according to La Nouvelle Tribune. He called the country a “beautiful place” before joking about the French ability to make revolution and advising travellers to go and see the musical “Les Misérables”.
The remarks referred to protests against the cost of living and for better conditions in public services held in France in October. The demonstrations on 17 October were marked by clashes, looting and damage in several cities.
On 24 October, about 410,000 people demonstrated, according to the French Interior Ministry, while the CGT estimated turnout at 800,000. Incidents were also reported in some cities.
