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France protests over living costs and schools turn violent

Demonstrations over living costs and school conditions spread nationwide on 17 October 2026, with clashes, looting and fires reported in several cities. The protests followed weeks of student mobilisation over staff shortages and dilapidated school facilities.

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October 18, 2026, 09:22

Police detain about 1,200 as protests turn violent across France

Demonstrations over living costs and school conditions brought hundreds of thousands onto French streets on October 17. Clashes, looting and fires damaged businesses and public buildings, including Limoges town hall.