Why France is seeing its most violent student protests in decades
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France’s student unrest grows into a national debate over policing, education inequality, arrests and youth activism.
What began as protests over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and inequality in France's education system has evolved into a nationwide political confrontation. With thousands arrested, allegations of police brutality mounting and the government defending its response, students say they will continue demonstrating until their demands are heard.
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Why student protests spread rapidly across FranceThe dispute over police tactics and allegations of excessive forceThe government's response to growing unrest and violenceWhat students and education advocates are demandingHow a schools protest became a broader political battleSBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.
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