French pupils resume school blockades as country braces for more protests

High schools in France faced renewed blockades as students protested for better school conditions and against the rising cost of living. The protests, which have persisted since September, threaten students' academic progress and final exams. Despite government calls to end the blockades, students continued to barricade school entrances, demanding more teachers and repairs. University students plan to join the protests, and trade unions are organizing a strike to support the movement. Education Minister Édouard Geffray expressed concern over the impact on students' education, labeling the blockades as illegal. Calls for dialogue between students and the government continue amid escalating tensions.