French High School Protests Escalate Amid Violence and Political Tensions

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Violent French high school protests disrupt hundreds of schools, prompting government crackdowns and political accusations ahead of the presidential election

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Violent French high school protests disrupt hundreds of schools, prompting government crackdowns and political accusations ahead of the presidential election

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Oct 2, 2026 • 10:49 PM

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French High School Protests Escalate Amid Violence and Political Tensions

Violent French high school protests disrupt hundreds of schools, prompting government crackdowns and political accusations ahead of the presidential election

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Violent French high school protests disrupt hundreds of schools, prompting government crackdowns and political accusations ahead of the presidential election