'Macron must resign': Furious protests at rising fuel prices across France In the second week of demonstrations, thousands are protesting against the steep rise in diesel prices brought in by the president. Police in Paris have used tear gas and water cannon to disperse protesters who are furious over rising fuel costs. Demonstrations and road blockades have been planned nationwide as the "yellow vest" protests enter a second weekend. They have been named after the fluorescent jackets worn by protesters, which motorists must keep in their cars by law.