FRANCE ERUPTS! Strasbourg Erupts as French Student Protesters Kick Tear Gas at Police

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Student protests over school funding and conditions turned violent in Strasbourg, France, on Tuesday, October 13, as police fired tear gas and arrested demonstrators during the latest nationwide day of mobilisation. Footage showed protesters launching firecrackers towards officers, kicking tear-gas canisters away and blocking streets with rubbish containers. France’s Interior Ministry said 161,500 people demonstrated nationwide, while student and youth unions estimated turnout at 480,000. The protests, now in their third week, have disrupted hundreds of schools and educational institutions, with demonstrators demanding more teachers, smaller classes and better facilities. France’s Higher Education Ministry reported disruption at 35% of higher education institutions. French media, citing authorities, reported injuries among students, police officers, gendarmes and education staff since the demonstrations began. Follow Times Now World for the latest updates on France protests, Strasbourg

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