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Police grenade maims 15-year-old during Lens student protest

During student protests in Lens, France, police used a grenade in response to stone and firework attacks, severely injuring a 15-year-old whose hand was torn off. The incident marks an escalation in protest violence, with authorities yet to confirm details. This raises concerns over police tactics and potential for further unrest.

Die Weltabout 15 hours agoFRCredibility 46%View source

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Source credibility0.5

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#protest #police-violence #grenade #injury #france #civil-unrest

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activePoliticsConflict7h ago

France: Student Protests Escalate to Riots, Police Violence, Mass Arrests

Student-led protests in France have escalated significantly, marked by widespread violence, arson, and mass arrests. A police operation resulted in a student losing a hand, fueling further anger and political backlash. The government faces a dual challenge of managing unrest and addressing accusations of police brutality, with a 'Day of Rage' anticipated.

↑ escalating·33 signals·FR, DE, ES +1Score 5.6

activePoliticsMarkets6h ago