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Suspension and resumption of stun grenade use in Protests
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez suspended stun grenade use in protests, then approved their use again for upcoming demonstrations amid ongoing student unrest.
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The story so far as of 16 October 2026
On 7 October, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced the suspension of stun grenade use by police during lycée protests following a student's severe injury in Lens. This decision aimed to reduce tensions amid ongoing demonstrations for better educational resources. On 16 October, Nuñez approved the use of stun grenades for protests on 17 October if urban violence occurred, following the previous suspension. This decision was made in anticipation of large-scale mobilisations against high living costs and democratic representation issues.
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Interior Minister Nuñez approves grenade use for protests
Impact Public-sector employees and organisers of the 17 October protests face increased safety risks due to potential use of stun grenades.
Sources: Le Journal du Dimanche ↗, Le Progrès Économie ↗, DNA Économie ↗, L'Est Républicain Économie ↗
- Safety & health
Laurent Nuñez suspends stun grenade use in protests
Impact Public-sector employers and educational institutions face reduced risk of escalation in student protests.
Sources: BFMTV ↗, France Bleu ↗
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- BFMTV 1
- DNA Économie 1
- France Bleu 1
- L'Est Républicain Économie 1
- Le Journal du Dimanche 1
- Le Progrès Économie 1
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