Rolex watch tossed with trash during French protests, video goes viral

A video captured during recent street protests in France shows a high‑end Rolex watch being thrown into a pile of garbage. The footage, recorded by a by‑stander, highlights the chaotic atmosphere as demonstrators clashed with authorities and debris littered the streets.

The clip quickly spread across social media platforms, including Twitter and TikTok, where users shared it with captions questioning the symbolism of discarding a luxury item amid civil unrest. Within hours, the video amassed millions of views and sparked a wave of commentary.

Observers noted that the incident reflects broader public frustration, but officials have not commented on the specific act. The video remains online, continuing to attract attention as a vivid illustration of the protest’s intensity.