French police suspended the use of stun grenades following an incident in Lens where a 15-year-old protester lost a hand, as the government faces pressure to address student protests over education conditions.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez ordered the suspension pending investigation into the incident, with 18 cases referred for review. Protests continue with over 500 schools closed, highlighting concerns over teacher shortages and school infrastructure.
The government faces challenges in addressing demands due to financial constraints, with education minister Edouard Geffray citing damage to 24 high schools. Protests have intensified, with calls for further action and accusations of police brutality.
Dissenting views note the government's limited capacity to act on education issues, with critics arguing that the suspension of stun grenades does not fully address concerns over police force usage during protests.