Investigators report booby-trapped apartment and weapons; suspect remains in custody
The suspect's custody has been extended after police found a booby-trapped apartment and weapons, and the president calls the attack racist terrorism.
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Two Men Held Over Limoges Town Hall Fire as Rebuilding Plans Emerge
Two men are under investigation over the Limoges town hall fire, while the state has pledged to fund its rebuilding.
Car shooting leaves one dead, five injured across Trappes and La Verrière
A gunman firing from a car killed one man and injured several pedestrians and motorists in two Yvelines communes.
Counter-demonstration planned in Orléans as National Rally holds congress
A counter-demonstration against the National Rally is planned in Orléans during the party's congress this weekend.
Police Deployment for 24 October Set 20% Above Previous Week
Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced a police deployment 20% above last week's level for nationwide protests on 24 October.
High School Student Representatives Call for Continued Mobilisation After Macron Meeting
High school student representatives met Macron on 23 October and called for continued mobilisation, while a Laval movement cancelled its 24 October protest.
Western French Cities Add Local Bans and Curfews Before Saturday
Western French departments add demonstration bans, a minors' curfew and Nantes transport cuts before Saturday's mobilization.
Paris and Marseille Reroute Union Marches as Other Demonstrations Are Banned
Only union marches are authorised on 24 October, with Paris and Marseille altering routes and other demonstrations banned.
Building Built as Hitler Representation Site Survived War Intact
Built as a representation building for Hitler, the Kehlsteinhaus survived World War II undamaged and has been a restaurant since 1952.
Smoke Detector Triggered Alarm at Former Hitler Residence Near Berchtesgaden
A fire at the Kehlsteinhaus near Berchtesgaden is under criminal investigation after a suspect was detained, with no injuries reported.
Prefectures and Several Cities Ban Demonstrations for 24 October
Prefectures and several French cities have banned demonstrations on 24 October, and some cities have imposed curfews, some limited to minors.
Elite Police Units and Armored Vehicles Join 24 October Protest Security
About 70,000 officers, elite units, water cannons and armored vehicles are deployed for 24 October protests.