Chilean police deployed water cannons against students protesting the government's plan to restrict access to free higher education. The demonstrations, which turned confrontational, reflect growing tensions over proposed changes to the country's education system. Students argue the reforms would undermine opportunities for low-income families, while the government maintains the changes are necessary for fiscal sustainability.
Chilean Police Use Water Cannons to Disperse Student Protesters
World News
April 30, 2026 · 1:08 AM