France braces for national day of school protests as boy loses hand

Thousands of students in France are planning to participate in school protests and marches across the country, including high-school blockades, in response to concerns over the state of their schools and the police response to their demonstrations. The protests are part of a growing youth movement that is gaining momentum. A tragic incident, in which a 15-year-old boy lost his hand during a protest in the town of Lens, has added to the urgency of the situation.

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The protests in France are a reaction to a specific incident, and while they may cause some disruption, they are unlikely to have a significant impact on the broader economy or markets. The protests may lead to some short-term volatility, but they are not

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