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News in English (USA) / 30.09.2026 / 04:00

Escalating Protests and Strikes Sweep France Amid Student and Public Sector Unrest

France is experiencing a significant wave of protests as students and public sector workers unite against government policies. More than 400 individuals have been detained amid violent clashes during student protests that have intensified across the country. High school students are blockading schools and demanding better resources, while public sector workers are striking over pay freezes ahead of the upcoming budget. Tensions escalated as thousands of students clashed with police, with reports of injuries and arrests. The French Prime Minister has warned about the potential escalation of these demonstrations, as both students and public sector workers prepare for mass strikes and protests ahead of the budget vote, further pressuring the government amid rising frustrations over living costs and political issues.
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