French parents join school protests to support and protect their children

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What happened

Widespread protests swept across France on Tuesday over anger at the state of the country's school system.

The police responded with tear gas and water canons when some on the fringes of the marches turned violent.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:22:40 UTC.

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  1. French school riots deepen as experts point to far-left alliance fueling ‘broader confrontation’

  2. French police suspend use of stun grenades after high school protester loses hand

  3. French parents join school protests to support and protect their children

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  7. Minister denies police brutality as student protests continue across France – Europe live

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