France students plan more protests, UN 'concerned' over violence
Summary
Students across France have been protesting for better education and school conditions, leading to clashes with police. The United Nations has expressed concern over the violence and urged all sides to remain peaceful.Key Facts
- Tens of thousands of French students, mostly aged 15 to 18, have protested since late September.
- Students complain about missing teachers, crowded schedules, poor classroom conditions, and heat issues.
- More than 6,800 people have been arrested during the protests; 86% of them are minors.
- The government says protest-related damages have cost at least 30 million euros.
- Some protests have turned violent, involving fires and vandalism, prompting police to use tear gas and stun grenades.
- Police have opened 18 investigations into alleged misconduct during protests.
- After a student lost a hand due to a stun grenade, the government suspended its use.
- The Education Minister plans to send 3,000 substitute teachers to affected schools, and the government promises a plan by the end of October.
- Students plan more demonstrations despite signs of reduced protest activity.
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