The French government stated that the student movement, protesting against underfunding, “is tipping into violence.” It condemned urban violence during the high school blockades and pointed to La France Insoumise (LFI) as responsible for these events, according to France 24 on October 1, 2026.
Student Blockades: Government Blames LFI and Cites Urban Violence
On October 1, 2026, the French government condemned urban violence linked to high school blockades, attributing responsibility to La France Insoumise (LFI). The student movement protests against underfunding in education.