French students block schools and march despite government promises to act

Nationwide demonstrations continue

Protesters gathered in cities including Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille for the latest day of action. They blocked roads and entered school buildings to highlight issues like overcrowding and poor facilities. The movement has now lasted three weeks as tensions between students and authorities remain high.

Government response remains vague

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu pledged a funded solution by month end but offered no specific details. Education Minister Édouard Geffray stated an emergency plan is being implemented to replace absent teachers. Student union leaders say these promises do not address their core demands for immediate change.

School closures drop slightly

The education ministry reported that 224 high schools were closed on Thursday morning. This number represents a decrease compared to the previous day when more institutions shut down. Authorities noted that most schools were either fully or partially open for classes.