World‘A powerful warning’: will Europe’s angry protests lead to real political change?

Protests over deteriorating schools and teacher shortages in France, soaring housing costs in Spain, and similar grievances elsewhere have spread across Europe; clashes have also shaken Tirana. Analysts say the demonstrations have different causes and goals, but reflect a shared concern that governments cannot deliver affordable housing, equality and strong public services.

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