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Student Protests Reignite in France as Schools ReopenMiscellaneous

Student Protests Reignite in France as Schools Reopen

Student protests have resumed in France as pupils return to school. Authorities have also provided an update on the Florida private jet crash.

Al Jazeera English|November 2, 2026
UN Experts Condemn 'Excessive Force' Against French Student ProtestersPolitics

UN Experts Condemn 'Excessive Force' Against French Student Protesters

UN experts have expressed alarm over the "excessive use of force" by French authorities during recent student protests, citing disproportionate arrests and injuries to minors. They urged a review of policing strategies to allow for peaceful assembly and conflict resolution.

Al Jazeera English|October 28, 2026
Serbia Sees Highest Voter Turnout in Decades Amid Student-Led Challenge to Longtime Leader VucicPolitics

Serbia Sees Highest Voter Turnout in Decades Amid Student-Led Challenge to Longtime Leader Vucic

Serbia's snap parliamentary election saw its highest voter turnout in decades, driven in part by a student-led movement challenging longtime leader Aleksandar Vucic and his Serbian Progressive Party (SNS). The election was marked by reports of irregularities and pressure on voters, alongside Vucic's promises of economic improvements.

Al Jazeera English|October 25, 2026|1
France's Student Protests Escalate: Macron to Meet Youth Representatives Amidst Growing UnrestPolitics

France's Student Protests Escalate: Macron to Meet Youth Representatives Amidst Growing Unrest

French students are escalating protests over education reform, demanding better funding and more teachers. President Macron will meet with student representatives as the government faces pressure to address grievances amidst financial constraints and political deadlock.

Al Jazeera English|October 23, 2026
Albanian PM Alleges 'Foreign Interference' Amidst Escalating Student ProtestsPolitics

Albanian PM Alleges 'Foreign Interference' Amidst Escalating Student Protests

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has blamed 'foreign hands' for intensifying student protests demanding his resignation over corruption and poor university conditions. The demonstrations, which have spread beyond the capital, have seen clashes between protesters and riot police.

Al Jazeera English|October 17, 2026|1
French Football Federation's Ethics Body Urges Neutrality Amidst Student ProtestsPolitics

French Football Federation's Ethics Body Urges Neutrality Amidst Student Protests

France's football ethics body is urging fans to remain politically neutral in stadiums amidst ongoing student protests and allegations of police brutality. The CNE reminded supporters that political displays are prohibited by sports law.

Al Jazeera English|October 15, 2026
Greta Thunberg Joins French Students in Nationwide Education ProtestsPolitics

Greta Thunberg Joins French Students in Nationwide Education Protests

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg joined French students protesting for better education conditions. The nationwide demonstrations involve demands for facility improvements and have seen significant participation and police involvement.

Al Jazeera English|October 13, 2026
France Faces Historic Student Protests Amid Growing 'Crisis of Hope' and Political TensionsPolitics

France Faces Historic Student Protests Amid Growing 'Crisis of Hope' and Political Tensions

Hundreds of thousands of students, teachers, and parents are protesting across France over education conditions and broader societal concerns, drawing comparisons to the historic unrest of May 1968.

Al Jazeera English|October 8, 2026
French High School Engulfed in Flames Amid Ongoing Student ProtestsBreaking News

French High School Engulfed in Flames Amid Ongoing Student Protests

A French high school catches fire as student protests persist, captured in a 35-second video.

Al Jazeera English|October 3, 2026|1
One Year After Student Protests Shook Valjevo, Serbia Stands at a Critical CrossroadsPolitics

One Year After Student Protests Shook Valjevo, Serbia Stands at a Critical Crossroads

One year after violent student protests shook Valjevo, Serbia's antigovernment movement continues to challenge President Aleksandar Vucic while grappling with internal nationalist tensions and demands for political accountability.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026|1