Is it safe to travel to France during strikes and protests?
Emirates and Etihad Airways flights to and from Paris are operating as normal, but other airlines have warned of disruptions
n Tuesday, piles of rubbish built up over the last few weeks were set on fire around central Paris.
Armed police were out in force and fire engine sirens could be heard throughout the evening in the City of Light.
Near the Place de la Concorde, protesters and officers clashed.
And from the city’s rooftop terraces, often the place where travellers flock for the best views of the Eiffel Tower and other landmarks in the world's most visited country, large smoke plumes could be seen rising up from the streets below.
There are further strikes planned and for travellers heading to Paris or France at this time, here's what to know.
Why are there strikes and protests in France?
Protests and strike action have been taking place across France since the government announced a contentious bill to raise the country's retirement age from 62 to 64.
Demonstrators believe authorities are not listening to the people.
On Monday, President Emmanuel Macron narrowly survived a vote of no confidence — a move that sparked more protests across Paris. Read More…
