Greta Thunberg joins Paris protests, underscoring radical three-way alliance

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg has joined French agitators, lending her "How dare you?" indignation to demonstrations that began over education grievances but soon devolved into violent, migrant-driven riots. In a video posted to her Instagram, Thunberg encouraged agitators to attend what became a clash between rioters, law enforcement and local business owners – calling on her followers to support the cause. "French students are out continuously facing extreme police brutality just for asking for their basic rights. And now it’s time for us to step up because they cannot carry this alone," Thunberg said. "They are showing the world, leading by example, what it looks like when young people are stepping up when the system at large is neglecting them systematically." GRETA THUNBERG JOINS MASSIVE FRENCH STUDENT PROTESTS AS CARS BURN, POLICE FIRE TEAR GAS "We are asking all of you to contribute with what you can, support them out on the streets, donate and come to the mobilization on Oct. 17," she added. The video was highlighted by the Al Jazeera Media Network on X, which noted Thunberg’s use of the phrase "bismillah, c’est les ténèbres," which translates to "In the name of God, it’s darkness." The phrase has become a slogan for protesters in France. TEEN'S HAND BLOWN OFF BY POLICE GRENADE DURING FRENCH STUDENT PROTESTS: REPORT While Thunberg is most notably known for her climate advocacy , describing herself as an "autistic & bipolar climate justice activist," she has been vocal on the conflict between Israel and Gaza. Last year, the 23-year-old activist attempted to reach Gaza by joining the Global Sumud Flotilla, demanding a humanitarian corridor before being intercepted and detained by Israeli authorities. Days after Thunberg’s social media post calling for mobilization in Paris, she collaborated with the Palestinian Youth Movement in a separate post that defined "the genocidal Israeli army" as "the killers of children." Watchdogs have noted a rise in the " r…