Student riots engulf France as far-right presidential frontrunner Le Pen vows fiscal turnaround

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What happened

A teenager reportedly lost a hand in the protests, which have seen over 5,000 people arrested.

Key facts

  • A teenager reportedly lost a hand in the protests, which have seen over 5,000 people arrested.
  • Reported by CNBC World and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:46:34 UTC.

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  6. Students, teachers march in France on biggest day of school protests

  7. On the barricades with wheelie bins and shopping trolleys: Paris students rage at politicians and police

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