Protests shutter hundreds of French schools as violence flares
Summary
Hundreds of schools in France have closed due to student protests over large class sizes and a lack of teachers. The protests, which have spread across the country, have led to clashes with police, school damage, and many students being detained or injured.Key Facts
- At least 400 of France’s 3,700 high schools were closed because of protests.
- Students blocked schools, set fires, and clashed with police across many cities.
- The protests started in Paris and then spread nationwide.
- Students complain about having too many classmates per class and not enough teachers or chairs.
- About 2,000 people, mostly students, have been detained by authorities.
- More than 100 schools have serious damage from fires and other actions.
- At least 170 students and 65 school staff have been injured during protests.
- The government says a political party is trying to take control of the protests, but the party denies this.
- Officials plan to meet with student groups and unions to discuss the situation.
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