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France's Prime Minister Lecornu to address the nation over student protests
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· October 7, 2026
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Key points The address is scheduled to take place on Wednesday evening, with the Prime Minister expected to outline the government's strategy to end the blockades and reopen the closed high schools. French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is set to address the nation on Wednesday evening.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is set to address the nation on Wednesday evening. This move is part of the government's efforts to end the current wave of student blockades. The blockades have resulted in the closure of high schools throughout the country.
Further details about the address and the government's plans are available from the source. The announcement comes as the government seeks to resolve the ongoing disruptions caused by the student protests.
The address is scheduled to take place on Wednesday evening, with the Prime Minister expected to outline the government's strategy to end the blockades and reopen the closed high schools.
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Published: October 7, 2026 ·
Source: RFI English — France ·
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