School protests continue across France, fire breaks out in Nantes
Student protests have continued in France since late last week over teacher shortages and overcrowded classrooms, with a fire breaking out at a school in Nantes during one demonstration.
Protests by French schoolchildren have been ongoing since the end of last week, with students blocking access to schools in several cities. In some locations, the demonstrations escalated into unrest.
One notable incident occurred in Nantes, where protesters reportedly set fire to garbage bins, and the flames subsequently spread to the school building itself. The school sustained only minor damage.
Demands
The protesting students are calling for solutions to a shortage of teachers and classrooms that are overcrowded. They are also complaining about the poor physical condition of school buildings and stuffy, poorly ventilated classrooms.
The wave of protests began at the end of last week and has continued since, affecting schools in multiple French cities.
