Fires, tear gas and violence as French students clash with police over education
French high school students are engaging in violent protests across the country to demand better educational resources and conditions. The demonstrations have resulted in clashes with police, injuries to school staff, and significant property damage.
Why it matters
The escalation of student unrest highlights growing social tension and dissatisfaction with government education policy in France.
French students are protesting for greater resources and improved conditions in schools. ( NurPhoto: Giulia Morici )
French high school students have lit fires and hurled projectiles at police in an escalating protest movement demanding better conditions in education.
Police responded by firing tear gas at protesters.
Students and unions say they are planning to protest again next week, saying the government's response to their demands has not been adequate.
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Several school principals were injured, harassed or assaulted during blockades at high schools.
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