More than 400 high schools in France were closed or faced disruptions on Monday, October 5, 2026, as protests continued across the country. The protests were driven by student dissatisfaction with conditions in the schools.
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Over 400 French high schools closed amid nationwide protests
On October 5, 2026, over 400 high schools in France were either closed or experienced disruptions due to ongoing nationwide protests. The protests are a response to student grievances regarding school conditions.
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