As protests continue, half of France reportedly backs high school student movement

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What happened

French teenagers blockaded several high schools and took to the streets in cities across the country on Thursday in the latest wave of protests over conditions in schools.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:06:28 UTC.

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  1. French ministers scramble to appease students after 10 days of protests

  2. Riot police clash with students in Paris protests

  3. French student protests: Police impunity ‘below' the standards of a 'well-functioning democracy’

  4. France education minister promises 3,000 extra teachers in bid to quell protests

  5. Live: 141 French high schools closed as student protests continue for fifth day

  6. As protests continue, half of France reportedly backs high school student movement

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

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