French police launch murder inquiry after far-right activist’s death in Lyon
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French police have launched a murder inquiry into the death of Quentin Deranque, a 23-year-old far-right activist who died in Lyon after being attacked on Thursday. The attack occurred on the sidelines of a protest against a university conference attended by a European member of parliament from the left-wing party La France Insoumise. According to reports, Deranque was assaulted by at least six masked individuals, and police are working to identify suspects. The incident has heightened political tensions in France, with accusations being exchanged between political parties regarding responsibility for creating a climate of violence. Video footage has emerged showing a group of people attacking others on the ground near the protest site. Demonstrations in memory of Deranque, called by far-right groups, have taken place.
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