France halts police use of stun grenades at student protests

France has temporarily halted the use of stun grenades by police during student-led protests in response to growing concerns over police brutality following several days of nationwide demonstrations. The decision, announced by Interior Minister Laurent Nunez, came a day after massive student-led marches across the country called for increased education funding and improved conditions in high schools.

President Emmanuel Macron convened an emergency meeting with key ministers to address the crisis, with Lecornu set to deliver a public address on both the student protests and the nation's financial situation later on Wednesday. The ban follows tragic incidents, including a 15-year-old losing a hand in Lens after being hit by a stun grenade and a 14-year-old suffering severe tooth damage from tear gas.

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