Tear gas in Paris and Marseille as school protests grow across France

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What happened

Crowds of mainly teenagers called for more resources for schools and an end to what they called police repression.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC News and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:03:19 UTC.

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

  2. Photos: School blockades, street protests grip France

  3. Tear gas in Paris and Marseille as school protests grow across France

  4. France's police fire tear gas and water cannons as school protests sweep the country

  5. Protests sweep France, as student walkouts tap into public discontent

  6. France erupts overs schools: Why the violence surrounding surprise movement?

  7. Calls to block social media platforms for minors in France amid school protests

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