Europe's youth take to the streets - they feel locked out of a promising future
Summary
Young people have joined protests in cities across Europe, with demonstrations focused on education problems, inequality and the rising cost of living. Many marches have been peaceful, but some ended in clashes, looting or police use of tear gas and water cannon; protests have spread through social media and student networks.Key Facts
- Protests have taken place in countries including France, Belgium, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Serbia and Albania.
- Demonstrations in France drew hundreds of thousands of people, while tens of thousands marched in Lisbon.
- A tent encampment has occupied a central Madrid square since late September.
- In Barcelona, more than half of those detained after clashes last weekend were under 18, according to the article.
- Protesters have raised concerns about education, social inequality and the cost of living, alongside country-specific issues.
- Some demonstrations in Brussels turned violent after masked young men threw rocks and firecrackers at police; police used tear gas and water cannon.
- Organizers and participants have used TikTok and Instagram, and student unions have helped organize marches.
- In Albania, demonstrators alleging government corruption have called for Prime Minister Edi Rama to step down.
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