A local official from Saint-Denis was forced to leave a protest in Paris after being teargassed by police while accompanying high school students during demonstrations. The official was part of a march when they encountered a police cordon that used tear gas against the group.
The official criticized the authorities for using what he called “disproportionate force,” noting that although a small minority of protesters caused disturbances, this did not justify the police response.
Ongoing Protests Over Education Funding
Thousands of students across France have been protesting for over a week, demanding more resources and better funding for public schools. Police have arrested more than 5,000 people, the majority of whom are minors.
Police Response and Government Reaction
French police have recently suspended the use of stun grenades during these school protests amid concerns over excessive force. Meanwhile, government officials have denied allegations of brutality in handling the demonstrations.
