400 French schools closed on Friday as protests escalate into ‘urban violence’ – Europe live
On Friday, 400 French schools were closed due to escalating tensions that have resulted in "urban violence." Since the start of these tensions, dozens of schools have been damaged and nearly 3,000 teenagers have been detained. The situation is reportedly worsening in Strasbourg, where protesters have erected a barrier and engaged in clashes with local police.

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AI-generatedOn Friday, 400 French schools were closed due to escalating tensions that have resulted in "urban violence." Since the start of these tensions, dozens of schools have been damaged and nearly 3,000 teenagers have been detained. The situation is reportedly worsening in Strasbourg, where protesters have erected a barrier and engaged in clashes with local police. Additional incidents have occurred in Paris and Nantes, with at least ten arrests made in Nantes following a confrontation with riot police.
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5 extractedAt least ten people were arrested in Nantes during a clash with riot police.
Protesters are building a barrier and clashing with police in Strasbourg.
400 French schools were closed on Friday due to escalating protests.
Nearly 3,000 teenagers have been detained since the start of the tensions.
Dozens of schools have been damaged.