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Shouting "police, rapists, murderers", hundreds of black-clad demonstrators attack French riot police near the Invalides in Paris, on the fringes of a demonstration held by healthcare workers over pay and work conditions. Under fire from the objects being thrown, police respond by firing tear gas. "Violent groups are trying to escalate tensions at the peaceful demonstration held by healthcare workers," police headquarters in Paris tweeted. By 1400 GMT, 16 people had been arrested. IMAGES

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