French PM warns against escalation of school protests after 164 arrested
Students are protesting over issues such as overcrowded classes, but the prime minister has condemned reports of violence.
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"Fireworks, fires, violence near high schools: nothing justifies endangering students, staff, or police officers."
— Sébastien Lecornu , Politician
"The difficulties of high schools must be heard and addressed, but that violence must be condemned unequivocally, and its perpetrators must answer for their actions."
— Sébastien Lecornu , Politician
"The high school students taking part were harmless."
— Jean-Luc Mélenchon , Politician
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Students are protesting over issues such as overcrowded classes, but the prime minister has condemned reports of violence.
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