Political Demonstrations
One protester lost four fingers during clashes with riot police.
It is worrying to see forces so cowed in dealing with a small group of protesters that has shown a predilection for violence and intimidation.
Riot police fired tear gas at demonstrators when they attempted to leave their pre-approved route.
Riots grip Paris in which seven people have died so far.
21 police officers were injured.
50,000 are expected to protest President's visit on Friday.