# Attackers douse French headteacher in petrol as student protests intensify

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- Reuters, 2026-10-01 12:05 UTC
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- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/attackers-douse-teacher-petrol-student-protests-rage-across-france-2026-10-01/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6abe4c76aa92170001cbedfe

> Attackers poured petrol over a headteacher and fires were started at at least two schools on Thursday, officials said. Student protests over staff shortages and run-down buildings have grown increasingly violent across France.

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