LIVE, strike on November 5: in the processions, from Lyon to Saint-Denis de La Réunion, with our journalists
Protests organized by high school students, unions, and "yellow vests" took place across France, with significant participation from teachers. In Paris, a march began at 2 PM from Place de la République. The Ministry of Education reported a 15.81% strike rate among teachers, with higher rates in primary education. In Lyon, over 25,000 people joined a diverse demonstration, while incidents of violence occurred in Toulouse, including fires set by masked individuals. Students expressed frustration over educational conditions and rising inequality. The protests also highlighted issues such as increased tuition fees for foreign students and racism. Police presence was heightened, leading to tensions at various locations, including schools in Seine-Saint-Denis and Paris.
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