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French police used teargas Tuesday, arresting 488 as 250,000 protested school conditions

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On Tuesday, clashes with police occurred in France after over 250,000 pupils, teachers, and parents took part in demonstrations. The Interior Ministry reported 488 arrests and 43 police officers injured during the protests. The protests come after a 15-year-old lost a hand on Monday, reportedly from a sting-ball grenade.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 October 2026 at 20:17

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