„Yellow West“ protests have occupied several toll stations in France. There is a fire near Marseille. 17 people were taken into custody.
On the edge of „yellow vests“ protests, a highway toll in southern France has been damaged in a fire. The paying agent at Bandol southeast of the port of Marseille is expected to be reopened this Wednesday, reported the French radio news channel Franceinfo on Tuesday, citing the highway operator.
Security forces have taken 17 people into custody, the station continued. The A50 motorway connecting Marseille with Toulon will initially be closed.
The protest movement „yellow vests“ demonstrated in mid-November throughout France against the policies of the Macron government. Demonstrations had already led to riots with numerous casualties.
