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SocietyFrench students say France funds the army, not schools

High school students across France complain about 10-hour school days, overcrowded classes averaging 35 pupils and unsafe buildings that have forced some areas to close. They say the state prioritizes military spending over education and accuse university admissions of discriminating against suburban graduates.

AAl Jazeera English 2026-10-01 17:34