France school protests escalate into ‘urban violence’ as PM calls crisis cabinet meeting
Summary
High-school student protests in France over poor school conditions have grown into violent clashes with police. The government plans to hold a crisis meeting and is switching some schools to online classes to ensure safety. Over 900 demonstrations are happening across the country, leading to school closures and injuries.Key Facts
- Protests started over issues like long school hours, teacher shortages, and bad school buildings.
- French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu called a crisis meeting and told officials to cancel travel.
- About 900 protests and blockades are happening near high schools nationwide, with over 160 schools closed.
- Around 625 students were detained on one day alone; many police, firefighters, pupils, and teachers have been injured.
- Protesters have set rubbish bins on fire; some schools have suffered arson damage, causing closures.
- Riot police have been sent to control violence; there are investigations into police use of force.
- Students report overcrowded classrooms, lack of teachers, poor facilities, and no air conditioning during heatwaves.
- Public transport like trams was halted in some cities to limit protesters’ movements.
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