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Over 1,700 Detained in French Student Protests
The French authorities have arrested over 1,700 people, including 735 in connection with student protests that involved the closure of high schools and acts of violence. A total of 1,747 individuals were detained in a single day, and the total number of arrests has exceeded 5,000 since protests began in September. The demonstrations, initiated by high school students, continue due to long school hours, poor conditions, and high temperatures. The government has accused the radical leftist party "France Courageous" of orchestrating the movement, allegations made six months before the presidential elections. In response to the escalation, the Ministry of Education announced a plan to accelerate teacher replacements, amid calls to continue protests on October 3rd.
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