Explosion Injures Dozens at Santiago High School

A Molotov cocktail explosion at the Barros Arana National Boarding School in Santiago, Chile, on Wednesday injured at least 35 students and one teacher, with four students in critical condition due to serious burns. The incident occurred as students aged 15 to 18 were reportedly making the explosive devices in a bathroom for a planned protest. It remains unclear what caused the explosion, though police found bottles and fuel cans at the scene. Education Minister Nicolás Cataldo condemned the use of violence in protests, emphasizing that such actions lack legitimate objectives. The incident has raised questions about potential external involvement, with officials considering criminal charges against responsible parties. This event reflects a long history of student activism in Chile, particularly notable during social unrest in recent years.