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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