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Several hundred environmental activists enter a chemical plant in Pierre-Benite, Lyon, to protest against pollution. The action was organised by Extinction Rebelloion and Youth for Climate and saw protesters cutting through boundary fences, smash security equipment and unfurl a large banner from the site's roof reading "poison". IMAGES
20 years after a deadly explosion at the AZF chemical plant in Toulouse, local representatives including mayor Jean-Luc Moudenc pay their respects at the site of the former chemical plant, which was completely destroyed. IMAGES
Several hundred people protest in front of the site of the Lubrizol factory one year after a devastating fire at the chemical plant triggered fears of massive pollution. IMAGES
Thick black smoke billows over the northern French town of Rouen after a spectacular fire broke out at a chemical factory, leading authorities to close schools and warn about possible pollution of the nearby Seine river. IMAGES
Black smoke billows over the northern French town of Rouen after a spectacular fire broke out at a chemical factory, leading authorities to close schools and recommend people nearby stay in their homes. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.