'Fighting for our future': France high school students vow no let-up
Summary
Over 70,000 people in France took part in protests demanding better education and less police violence. Students blocked many high schools, and clashes with riot police led to arrests and injuries across the country.Key Facts
- Around 71,500 people protested nationwide on Thursday in France.
- Students blocked entrances to hundreds of high schools.
- Riot police were deployed, and some protests turned violent.
- Police detained more than 500 people during the demonstrations.
- The protests focus on improving education and reducing police brutality.
- A student lost a hand during a police confrontation, leading to suspension of stun grenades in protests.
- More than 6,000 people have been arrested since the protests began.
- There are discussions about limiting social media use for minors in connection to the protests.
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