● On Saturday, September 21, demonstrations are scheduled to take place in multiple cities across France in response to the call from “La France Insoumise” against the appointment of the new Prime Minister.
● Additionally, from Friday, September 20, to Monday, September 23, gatherings will be held in several cities in France, organized by the anti-whaling group Sea Shepherd (SS), to demand the release of former SS leader Paul Watson, who was detained in Greenland.
● Please make efforts to obtain the latest information through news reports and avoid areas where demonstrations and gatherings are taking place. If you encounter such events, prioritize your safety by leaving the area promptly.
1. Following the appointment of Prime Minister Barnier on September 5, “La France Insoumise” had already called for protests against President Macron. As a result, demonstrations were held across France on September 7. The group is now calling for further demonstrations on September 21 (see details below).
【In Paris】
Date: September 21 (Saturday) 14:00 onwards
Location: Place de la Bastille, 4th arrondissement, Paris
【In other cities】
2. On July 21, 2024, police in Greenland announced that they had detained former SS leader Paul Watson based on an international arrest warrant issued by Interpol at Japan’s request. In response to this situation, gatherings have been held in various cities across France to demand his release, organized by Sea Shepherd France and its branches. Furthermore, Sea Shepherd France has announced plans for similar gatherings in multiple French cities from September 20 to 23 (see details below). Protests against Japan are also expected to escalate.
【September 20 (Friday)】
La Rochelle (Old Port Area) 18:00–19:00
【September 21 (Saturday)】
Calais (Gaston Berthold Breakwater, Calais Coast) 14:00–16:00
Saint-Malo (Place Saint-Vincent) 14:00–15:30
Lorient (La Base Area) 14:30–15:30
【September 23 (Monday)】
Paris (Near the Danish Embassy) 11:00–14:00
【Reference: Sea Shepherd France X (formerly Twitter)】
3. Various demonstrations and gatherings are planned over the weekend in France, and those that have received permission are generally conducted peacefully. However, to prepare for any unforeseen circumstances, please stay informed through news reports, avoid areas where gatherings are happening, and prioritize your safety by leaving promptly if you encounter any demonstrations.
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