Student mobilization: tensions rise a notch between protesters and university presidents

Following the failure of the first "Parcoursup reform committee," thousands of students and teachers protested in Paris and other cities on November 10. The protests were organized by youth unions in response to the lack of additional budget announcements and the presence of far-right representatives at discussions. Tensions escalated after two months of mobilization, with 25% of educational institutions experiencing disruptions. At Rennes-II University, the president called for police intervention to end an occupation, which was later forcibly resumed. The campuses will remain closed for the week.