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Protest against Coronavirus pandemic restrictions

A cordon of policemen surrounds protesters gathering in Place de la Nation in Place de la Nation to call for an easing of restrictions to fight the speading of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus which causes the COVID-19 disease, including the wearing of masks, in Paris, France, 29 August 2020. Protective face masks are mandatory across the city of Paris, a measure annouced by French Prime Minister Jean Castex on 27 August to fight the rising of infections with the coronavirus. Cases in France have surged in recent weeks, with over 6,000 new cases recorded in a 24 hour period. EPA/MOHAMMED BADRA