French PM warns against student violence as public sector strike kicks off
- French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has warned against an escalation of the demonstrations in secondary schools, which have broken out ahead of a nationwide strike by public-sector workers.
- More than 100 pupils were arrested on Monday during violent clashes with police.
- It comes amid mounting anger over the national budget, which is due to be unveiled on Thursday.
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- French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has warned against an escalation of the demonstrations in secondary schools, which have broken out ahead of a nationwide strike by public-sector workers.
- More than 100 pupils were arrested on Monday during violent clashes with police.
- It comes amid mounting anger over the national budget, which is due to be unveiled on Thursday.
Sources: RFI