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Far-Left French Mayor Says 'Violence Can Be Legitimate' as Schools Burn

  • Student protests that began in Paris over overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages and poor school conditions spread nationwide and became violent.
  • Rioting involved arson and vandalism, while authorities used tear gas and rubber bullets; Reuters reported more than 5,000 arrests and over 400 closed schools.
  • Euronews reported that at least 65 school staff members and about 170 students were injured, while more than 100 high schools suffered severe damage.
  • French intelligence agencies blamed politicians from France Unbowed for starting the protests, but the party denied the allegation and accused President Emmanuel Macron’s government of politicizing the unrest.
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This 5th day of mobilization of high school students in the Oise, which led to 60 arrests, was again sparked by numerous manifestations of violence.

·Rennes, France
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Oise Hebdo broke the news on Friday, October 2, 2026.
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