Mass protests in France have surged for a second day as demonstrators demand urgent changes to the education system, with over 250,000 people marching nationwide. The unrest stems from long-standing concerns about overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating school infrastructure, sparking widespread frustration among students, parents, and teachers. Tensions remain high in Paris, where a special correspondent is on the ground reporting firsthand. The movement, which began in mid-September, shows no signs of easing as calls for reform grow louder.


Protests are continuing in France, a day after more than 250,000 people took to the streets across the country to demand education reforms. Demonstrations began in mid-September, fueled by frustrations over classroom sizes and poor building conditions. Special correspondent William Denselow reports from Paris.