French prosecutors open terror probe after Bank of America attack attempt

South China Morning Post National SecurityNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersMarch 29, 2026 at 01:45 PM
French prosecutors open terror probe after Bank of America attack attempt

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French anti-terrorism prosecutors have launched an investigation following an attempted attack on Bank of America's Paris headquarters. A man was arrested overnight after allegedly trying to ignite an improvised explosive device outside the bank. The investigation focuses on suspected attempted destruction by fire in connection with a terrorist plot, as well as the manufacture, possession, and transport of an incendiary device. Authorities are also investigating potential links to accomplices or a broader terrorist network. The Paris police judicial unit and France’s domestic intelligence agency are handling the investigation.

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National Security
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Well done to the rapid response team whose actions thwarted a violent terrorist attack in Paris last night.

quote — French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez100% confidence

The investigation includes a charge of participation in a terrorist criminal association.

factual — national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office100% confidence

The investigation includes suspected attempted destruction by fire in connection with a terrorist plot.

factual — national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office100% confidence

A man was arrested for allegedly trying to ignite an improvised explosive device outside Bank of America’s Paris premises.

factual — Article100% confidence

French anti-terrorism prosecutors have opened an investigation into a suspected attack targeting Bank of America’s Paris headquarters.

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terrorism 90% terror probe 80% attack attempt 70% explosive device 70% bank of america 60% paris 60% investigation 50% domestic intelligence 40% security forces 40%

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South China Morning Post
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Paris

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