France arrests 5,000 people, mostly teens, as school protests spread

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What happened

High school students say their classrooms are overcrowded, teachers are missing and buildings need repairs.

The protests have spread to cities across France, and some 5,000 people have been arrested.

Key facts

  • The protests have spread to cities across France, and some 5,000 people have been arrested.
  • Reported by NPR and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:57:35 UTC.

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