French students stage school blockades amid protests
Student protests that began in the Île-de-France region have spread to several French regions, with teenagers blockading high schools over overcrowded classes, teacher shortages and stress from the Parcoursup application system. Police reported 164 arrests, injuries to 12 security personnel, 12 students and three school staff, and about 180 schools affected. Authorities described incidents of fireworks, vandalism and masked individuals confronting police, while a student was reportedly injured by a crowd-control grenade launcher and investigations were opened. The prime minister condemned escalation as irresponsible, while a student union defended the blockades as a response to long-term resource shortfalls.
Student protests prompted arrests, injuries and widespread school disruptions.
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The movement began last week around Paris. Students blockade schools over overcrowding…
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