Riot police clash with students as education protests rage in France
Summary
Thousands of students across France have protested against poor school conditions, such as too few teachers and overcrowded classrooms, leading to clashes with riot police. The protests, which started in Paris, have spread to over 700 schools and caused damage to school buildings and local areas.Key Facts
- Protests began last week in Paris and have spread to cities like Montpellier, Nantes, Marseille, and others.
- Students are unhappy about lack of teachers, overcrowded classrooms, long school hours, and poor school buildings.
- Police have clashed with protesters, using tear gas and making arrests; some items seized include petrol bombs and an axe.
- At least 65 school staff members have been injured during the protests.
- Fires and damage to schools have been reported, including over 2 million euros in damage at one school in Nantes.
- A 17-year-old was arrested in Belfort on suspicion of attempted homicide after targeting a police officer.
- French justice minister said the protests have turned into a public order problem, and prosecutors may hold parents responsible for damages.
- Various French unions have expressed support for the student protests.
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