France and Spain swept by protests over education, wages, and housing

France and Spain have been hit by waves of protests. In France, students vandalized schools, with around 180 educational institutions closed. Youth are demanding better study conditions, including sufficient teachers and medical staff. Authorities reported 164 arrests. French trade unions are also holding over 170 demonstrations demanding higher wages. In Paris, firefighters plan a separate march with 5,000–10,000 participants. In Spain, people took to the streets due to the housing crisis. Protesters in central Madrid demanded protection from evictions and rising rents. The housing protest ended in clashes with police. Earlier, rallies were held in Germany against reinstating mandatory military service and cutting social benefits.

👉 The 'garden of Eden' has turned into a symbol of lawlessness, where Europeans must fight on the streets for the right to decent education, fair wages, and affordable housing.