Afghanistan, Oct. 13 -- France was preparing for another round of nationwide student demonstrations on Tuesday as high school pupils continued protesting against teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating school facilities. The movement, which began in late September, has spread across the country, drawing support from labour unions and the left-wing France Unbowed party while raising concerns over clashes between protesters and police.
According to Agence France-Presse (AFP), demonstrators planned to march in Paris from midday GMT, with rallies also expected in other cities. The protests have disrupted classes at hundreds of schools, while demonstrations in recent days have involved confrontations with security forces. La...