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Students and police clash as France struggles to quell school protests

Students and police clash as France struggles to quell school protests

Also reported by BBC World

Summary

Students in France clashed with riot police in several cities as protests over poor school conditions and lack of funding grew more violent. These protests have disrupted or closed more than 560 schools across the country.

Key Facts

  • High school students protested in cities across France.
  • Riot police responded to control the protests.
  • The protests are about classroom conditions and school funding.
  • Over 560 schools have been closed or affected by the protests.
  • The French government led by President Emmanuel Macron is trying to manage the situation.
  • The protests have become more violent recently.
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