Student Protests Block Intermediate Colleges Across France; Nationwide Strike Called for November 5

Paris (Net News) – Following the reopening of key educational institutions in France after a two-week break, student protests erupted across various cities on Monday. Demonstrators blockaded intermediate colleges and set fires at the entrances of several institutions to prevent students from entering. Amid ongoing economic strain and growing concerns over declining GDP, a call for a nationwide strike and mass demonstrations across both public and private sectors has been announced for Thursday, November 5. The planned action is expected to cause widespread disruptions to transport networks, educational institutions, and public services.