Emmanuel Macron and his government have been facing general anger from the peasant world for weeks. Demonstrators forced entry to prepare a welcoming committee for the president.

Some wear green FNSEA caps, the most virulent wear yellow caps with the symbol of the Rural Confederation. Order service and CRS are deployed in large numbers. “The show must be held in calm,” insists Emmanuel Macron. While admitting himself not being sure of being able to continue with the traditional stroll. The start of a day full of improvisation. This article is reserved for subscribers. You have 73% left to discover.