Tens of thousands of people take to streets of Paris to march for Pride
Thousands marched in Paris for Pride to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights amidst concerns over the rising influence of the far-right in French politics. Political leaders and activists emphasized the need for solidarity and the protection of LGBTQ+ spaces against discrimination and violence.
Why it matters
The event underscores the intersection of social justice movements and political polarization in Europe, particularly regarding minority rights.
Thousands of people took to the streets of Paris to take part in Paris Pride, defending the rights of LGBTQ+ people against a backdrop of growing popularity of the far right.
As the march set off, Alexandre Schon, co-president of Inter-LGBT, which organises the march, said: "We are just a few months away from the presidential election, so we are calling on LGBT+ people and allies to mobilize for a future based on solidarity."
Adding: "We must stand up against the far right."
The event, which began at Place d'Italie in the south of Paris and ended at Place de la Bastille in eastern Paris, where a concert will take place, brought together around 50 associations.
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