Pratik AgrawalFresh clashes have broken out across France between police and high school students pushing for better learning conditions, French daily Le Parisien reports.
Clashes Erupt Near Mérignac High School
Fresh clashes have broken out in France between high school students demanding better learning conditions and police officers. French newspaper Le Parisien shared the update on Monday.
Police used tear gas near Fernand Daguin high school in Mérignac. Protesters responded by setting off fireworks and lighting a fire on the road.
High school students launched these mass demonstrations over packed class schedules and a shortage of teachers. Overcrowded classrooms and cuts to education funding also fuel their anger.
Protests Frequently Turn Into Street Battles
These rallies often spiral into confrontations with police. Many are marked by arson attacks and vandalism across French towns and cities.
On October 8 alone, more than 70,000 people marched through French cities. Around 24,500 of them gathered in Paris that day.
Young protesters have been hurling stones at officers and setting off firecrackers. Some demonstrators have used Molotov cocktails, smashed trash bins and attempted to build barricades.
Schools have been set on fire during the unrest. Protesters have also wrecked offices, shop windows, cafes, bus stops and cash machines.
Police have pushed back using batons, tear gas and flash bang grenades. In Paris, officers were seen carrying shields fitted with strobe lights, which blind protesters and make it harder to take photos.
Students have not been protesting alone. Teachers and parents have also joined the student led demonstrations in growing numbers.
Authorities have detained at least 6,600 people across the country so far. Most of those held are minors.
The unrest has left 761 police officers and gendarmes injured. Another 215 students and 89 school staff members have also been hurt.
Universities Blocked In Paris, Toulon And Marseille
In the capital, demonstrators tried to stop operations at a Catholic institute. They also targeted a campus of Paris III Sorbonne Nouvelle University.
“The city is currently seeing several blockades or attempts at blockades,” the newspaper’s report noted.
Students also blocked access to Aix Marseille University. A business administration institute in Toulon faced similar disruption.
Protest organisers have urged high schoolers to keep up the pressure. They are calling on students to join a major demonstration planned for October 13.
French student protests have now entered their second week. Students continue to push back against packed timetables, teacher shortages and other problems in the education system.
Some demonstrations have turned into riots involving looting and property damage. More than 6,800 people have been detained nationwide, and most of them are under 18.
Teachers and parents keep showing up alongside students at these demonstrations, adding pressure on the government to respond.Clashes Erupt Near Mérignac High School
Fresh clashes have broken out in France between high school students demanding better learning conditions and police officers. French newspaper Le Parisien shared the update on Monday.
Police used tear gas near Fernand Daguin high school in Mérignac. Protesters responded by setting off fireworks and lighting a fire on the road.
High school students launched these mass demonstrations over packed class schedules and a shortage of teachers. Overcrowded classrooms and cuts to education funding also fuel their anger.
Protests Frequently Turn Into Street Battles
These rallies often spiral into confrontations with police. Many are marked by arson attacks and vandalism across French towns and cities.
On October 8 alone, more than 70,000 people marched through French cities. Around 24,500 of them gathered in Paris that day.
Young protesters have been hurling stones at officers and setting off firecrackers. Some demonstrators have used Molotov cocktails, smashed trash bins and attempted to build barricades.
Schools have been set on fire during the unrest. Protesters have also wrecked offices, shop windows, cafes, bus stops and cash machines.
Police have pushed back using batons, tear gas and flash bang grenades. In Paris, officers were seen carrying shields fitted with strobe lights, which blind protesters and make it harder to take photos.
Students have not been protesting alone. Teachers and parents have also joined the student led demonstrations in growing numbers.
Authorities have detained at least 6,600 people across the country so far. Most of those held are minors.
The unrest has left 761 police officers and gendarmes injured. Another 215 students and 89 school staff members have also been hurt.
Universities Blocked In Paris, Toulon And Marseille
In the capital, demonstrators tried to stop operations at a Catholic institute. They also targeted a campus of Paris III Sorbonne Nouvelle University.
“The city is currently seeing several blockades or attempts at blockades,” the newspaper’s report noted.
Students also blocked access to Aix Marseille University. A business administration institute in Toulon faced similar disruption.
Protest organisers have urged high schoolers to keep up the pressure. They are calling on students to join a major demonstration planned for October 13.
French student protests have now entered their second week. Students continue to push back against packed timetables, teacher shortages and other problems in the education system.
Some demonstrations have turned into riots involving looting and property damage. More than 6,800 people have been detained nationwide, and most of them are under 18.
Teachers and parents keep showing up alongside students at these demonstrations, adding pressure on the government to respond.
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