France promises to replace its university admissions system after riots and thousands of arrests

The French government announced on Monday a commitment to replace its national online university admissions platform by 2028. This policy shift follows weeks of widespread protests across the country, which were characterized by violence, rioting, and thousands of arrests. The unrest was driven by student grievances regarding both the admissions system and broader concerns over the rising cost of living.

While the government intends for this concession to de-escalate the situation, student groups have indicated that the proposed timeline and measures are insufficient. Protests are expected to continue as demonstrators push for more immediate and comprehensive changes to the current education and economic policies.