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French student protests escalate: teen maimed by grenade, another blinded
El NacionalLO·FR·1 day ago
A police stun grenade tore off a teenager's hand and injured another young man during protests, prompting the French government to temporarily suspend their use. The incident escalates scrutiny of police tactics amid ongoing unrest, though details on the exact circumstances remain unclear.
French authorities have suspended the use of stun grenades against student protesters following confirmed incidents of severe injury, including a protester losing a hand. This policy shift, confirmed by multiple sources, represents a tactical concession aimed at de-escalating tensions amid ongoing nationwide demonstrations and allegations of police brutality. The effectiveness of this measure in quelling broader unrest remains uncertain.