Protests led by young people have been taking place in various European countries, including Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, Serbia, and Greece.
What happened
The protests in France were sparked by deteriorating conditions in high schools and universities, particularly for students from underprivileged backgrounds. Additionally, wages not keeping up with inflation have contributed to the unrest.
In other countries, such as Spain and Portugal, the housing crisis has been a major factor, while corruption and democratic backsliding have driven protests in Albania and Serbia. Recently, violent clashes broke out in France and Italy, prompting a firm response from authorities, including the deployment of troops.
The protests have raised questions about the potential impact on European politics, with some speculating that far-right leaders could capitalize on the unrest.
