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Riot police fire teargas as 250,000 take part in schools protests across France
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· October 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A significant number of people, 250,000, took part in these demonstrations, which were related to schools. Further information about these events can be found in a report from The Guardian, which provides more details about the protests and the response of the authorities.
Riot police have used teargas during protests. A significant number of people, 250,000, took part in these demonstrations, which were related to schools.
The protests were widespread, occurring across France. Riot police were involved, and their actions included firing teargas.
Further information about these events can be found in a report from The Guardian, which provides more details about the protests and the response of the authorities.
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Published: October 6, 2026 ·
Source: The Guardian ·
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