Europe's youth take to the streets - they feel locked out of a promising future
Young people across Europe are participating in widespread protests, expressing frustration over economic prospects and political corruption. The demonstrations have occasionally turned violent, with a notable number of minors involved in the unrest.
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The surge in youth-led protests signals deep-seated social and political volatility across the European continent.
Europe's youth take to the streets - they feel locked out of a promising future
Image source, Getty By Katya Adler Europe editor , Reporting from Paris From Milan, to Marseille, to Madrid and in so many other cities across Europe, streets have erupted in colourful, passionate protests in recent weeks. While most started peacefully, a large number ended in shocking scenes of violence and looting. There have been allegations of radical left-wing groups sparking riots intentionally and reports of police heavy-handedness.
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