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Live: Police fire tear gas at student protesters in Paris ahead of afternoon marches nationwide

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What happened

French riot police fired tear gas at students at the Helene Boucher high school in northeastern Paris early Thursday.

The school has been a flashpoint for clashes in the French capital in recent days.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 03:28:21 UTC.

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  • Official statements or denials from the governments named
  • Whether other major newsrooms confirm the same details
  • Any follow-up decision, vote or deadline tied to the event

Coverage timeline

When each newsroom published on this story, oldest first — all times UTC.

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Sources

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