Latest News About Raildisruption persists

Updated 2026-06-18 00:33

Railnetworks affected as unions demand higher wages and protections; travellers advised to check itineraries and allow extra time. Delays remain onlocal lines andhigh-speed lines; French railoperators warn of reduced service levels duringwalkout days. Commuters deal with schedule changes and slow networks across Paris and Île-de-France. Unions press on with pressure onthe government overwages and economic reforms. Strike action returns as France's railsystem faces to maintain stableoperations fortravelers. Travelers need to check itineraries while carry backup options. Regional trains expected show delays during this period. Persisting disruptions acrossÎle-de-France affecting commuters andintercity trips.

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French train strikes resume as unions square off with Macron

Travellers grappled with another crippling wave of transport strikes in France on Sunday, as train workers protested President Emmanuel Macron's economic reforms and a stand-off between the government and rail unions hardened.

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