The current situation in France paints a picture of a country that seems to be “on the verge of revolution,” comments Politico.

Riots erupted in major cities from Paris to Lyon on Thursday evening as black-clad protesters lit bonfires and threw objects at security forces after President Emmanuel Macron pushed an unpopular pension reform through parliament. More than 400 police officers were injured.

The violent incidents came after weeks of mass protests, with millions protesting in French cities against a reform that raises the retirement age to 64 from 62. More protests are already planned for next week, which will increase pressure on the Macron government.

Indicative of the image presented abroad was the decision of the English King Charles to cancel his long-awaited visit to France.

However, “despite the ferocity of the demonstrations, which may even intensify if students also take part, Macron has little to no risk of being ousted from his post,” Politico comments.. “After nearly being hit by an impeachment proposal, he might try to do some cabinet reshuffling and fire his prime minister, Elizabeth Bourne, but the presidential system is designed in such a way that the leader is almost guaranteed to remain president until the last day of his term. in 2027″.

Thus, the biggest question is what will happen after Macron, whose leadership style is often described as “royal”, retires from politics for good.