1,200 Arrested After Sweeping Protests Turn Violent in France

NBC·October 18, 2026 at 12:41 PM+5

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A major cleanup is underway in France after demonstrations involving more than half a million people protesting rising costs and poor conditions in the country’s schools turned chaotic. Officials say 1,200 people were arrested after violent clashes in Paris and other cities throughout France.

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