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Protest against the pension reform in Marseille, France - 19 Jan 2023

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Rioters clashed with police who used teargas to disperse the crowds as workers went on strike, affecting transportation and electricity production.

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Rioters clashed with police who used teargas to disperse the crowds as workers went on strike, affecting transportation and electricity production.

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