French police detain brothers over 'lethal and antisemitic' plot

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete March 15, 2026 at 05:12 PM

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French anti-terror prosecutors are investigating two brothers, Moroccan-Italian nationals aged 20 and 22, suspected of plotting a "lethal and antisemitic" attack in France. The brothers were arrested in northern France last week with a loaded semi-automatic weapon, hydrochloric acid, and an ISIS flag in their vehicle. Investigators believe the brothers, who arrived in France in 2017, had become increasingly radicalized and intensified their jihadist commitment recently after concluding they could not wage jihad in Syria or Palestinian territories. The investigation was launched amid heightened alert for terror attacks motivated by the conflict in the Middle East, with Jewish sites recently targeted in the US, Netherlands, and Belgium. Authorities are analyzing seized digital devices and statements from relatives to understand the specifics of the alleged plot.

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Henri Astier 30% Amsterdam 30% Netherlands 40% Iran 40% Belgium 40% Palestinian territories 50% Syria 50% United States ×250% Italy 60% Morocco 60% Islamic State group 70% France ×390%

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antisemitic attack 90% terror plot 80% islamic state 70% jihadist commitment 60% radicalisation 60% jewish sites 50% france 50% middle east conflict 50% terrorism 40%

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France

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