French education protests turn violent, hundreds of activists arrested
More than 250,000 protesters have rallied in cities across France, with police arresting hundreds of people as the demonstrations show no sign of easing.
Riot police fired tear gas in Paris, Bordeaux and other cities to disperse demonstrators calling for better school funding.
A protester kicks a teargas canister during scuffles following a demonstration against under-resourced schools, in Paris, on Tuesday, October 6. (AP Photo/Teresa Suarez)
Students chant slogans during a demonstration in Paris on Tuesday, October 6. Students chant slogans during a demonstration in Paris on Tuesday, October 6.
The Interior Ministry estimated that 266,000 people took part in demonstrations across the country on Tuesday, including 56,000 in Paris, where small groups of protesters...