Car catches fire during student blockade in Paris

Headli A car caught fire in Paris's 13th arrondissement at around 7:30 AM on October 2, during a continuing lycée student blockade. Thick black smoke was seen rising from the burning vehicle as young people with backpacks gathered nearby.

The incident took place amid ongoing student protests in France over overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages and poor school facilities. Demonstrations and blockades have been reported at several schools across the country.