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French student protesters vow to keep up their fight after scoring first win

French student protesters vow to keep up their fight after scoring first win

Summary

French student unions have promised to continue their protests after winning a first victory in their campaign. Around 141 schools remain closed across France, and both student and teacher unions plan a new nationwide strike next Tuesday.

Key Facts

  • French student unions are continuing protests nationwide.
  • They achieved their first win in the ongoing campaign.
  • About 141 schools are still closed in France, according to the education ministry.
  • Elite universities in Paris are increasingly supporting the student movement.
  • Both student and teacher unions have called for more strikes next Tuesday.
  • The protests are focused on education-related demands.
  • The French education minister has promised to add 3,000 extra teachers to address the situation.
  • Half of France reportedly supports the student protests.
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