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School violence meets corruption: What's behind the protests in Jiangyou

The brutal bullying case of a 14-year-old student has sparked fierce protests in Jiangyou, western China, which were suppressed by security forces. Beneath the outrage lies a deeper well of social discontent.

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07. August 2025
When the unrest became too much for the security authorities in Jiangyou, Sichuan, they called in special units. (Imago)

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Last updated: 07. August 2025