France: Over 6,000 Detained Amidst Student Protests

More than six thousand individuals have been detained in France since the start of widespread student protests. The demonstrations, which began on September 28, have led to 6,059 arrests, according to figures from the Ministry of the Interior cited by the newspaper Figaro.

Of those detained, over 5,000 were taken into custody. Legal proceedings have been initiated against more than 1,800 people. Additionally, the General Inspectorate of the National Police (IGPN), which investigates law enforcement conduct, has opened inquiries into ten cases related to the protests.

High school students across France have been protesting for two weeks, citing issues such as overloaded schedules, teacher shortages, and other concerns within the education system. Some of these demonstrations have involved civil unrest.

English Translation:

Over six thousand people have been detained in France since the start of mass protests by high school students, reports the newspaper Figaro, citing the country's Ministry of the Interior.

"A total of 6,059 detentions have occurred since September 28," the publication states.

Previously, the French Ministry of Justice announced that over 5,000 individuals were taken into custody, and judicial proceedings have commenced for more than 1,800. Furthermore, the General Inspectorate of the National Police (IGPN), the French "police for the police," which investigates the actions of law enforcement officers, has initiated investigations into ten cases.

High school students in France have been protesting for two weeks against overloaded schedules, a shortage of teachers, and other issues within the education sector. Some of the protests have been accompanied by disturbances.