EURO 2016 TO BEGIN AMID TIGHT SECURITY

French President Francois Hollande is warning unions not to disrupt euro 2016 as it kicks off in Paris.

In the run-up to the European Championships, there's been widespread industrial action in France over proposed labour reforms.

The tournament starts with France vs Romania at the Stade de France in Paris.

There is a huge security operation in place across the country with France on high alert for terrorism.

On Thursday there were brawls between supporters and police in Marseille after England fans were reportedly targeted by locals.

Reporter John Cushing is in Paris - he says the unrest in Marseille was rapidly dealt with.

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