From Mai 68 to 2026: France’s long student protests tradition

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From Mai 68 to 2026: France’s long student protests traditionWorldPing
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What happened

Students, parents and trade unions were demonstrating across France Tuesday, protesting what they say is under-investment in high schools.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:57:04 UTC.

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France suspends stun grenade use at student protests ahead of PM speech

France has suspended the use of stun grenades by police at student-led demonstrations, the interior minister said Wednesday, as allegations of police brutality mounted after days of sometimes violent demonstrations across the country.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24