France’s teens versus the riot police
Summary
French teenagers have launched unprecedented protests against a crumbling school system, blockading hundreds of high schools with bins and barricades. The movement, sparked by poor conditions and teacher shortages in Paris suburbs, has expanded into massive street marches involving teachers and parents. While the government initially responded with heavy police force, resulting in severe injuries to minors, public outrage over brutality has intensified support for the students. The crisis poses a significant political challenge to the French government ahead of the presidential election, as…
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