Germany and France are preparing for protests over the Halloween weekend, Al Jazeera English reported on 31 October 2026. The outlet said a wave of protests led by young people has spread across Europe. According to Al Jazeera English, the demonstrators in that wave are protesting against rising prices and a lack of prospects. It is not yet known where and when the protests are planned in Germany and France, how many people are expected to take part, or which groups are organising them. It is also not known which other European countries have seen the protests, or what measures authorities are taking.