Remembering the Paris Terror Attacks: 10 Years On

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Introduction to a Tragic Night

France is marking the 10th anniversary of the Paris terror attacks that occurred on November 13, 2015.

What Happened?

132 people were killed and hundreds injured in coordinated attacks across Paris.
The attacks targeted the Stade de France, cafes, and the Bataclan concert hall.

Tributes and Memorials

President Emmanuel Macron and Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo led tributes at each attack site.
A new memorial garden, Jardin du 13-Novembre, has been inaugurated opposite City Hall.

Reflection and Remembrance

The anniversary is a time for reflection and remembrance, with many survivors and families of victims still feeling the pain of the tragedy.

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Reasons Behind Imprisonment

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The Path to Freedom

The German president's appeal for his release, citing humanitarian grounds, led to his pardon.

What's Next?

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Key Points

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What's Next?

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Five new suspects arrested in connection with the Louvre robbery
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The Investigation

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The Allegations

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What We Know So Far

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Introduction to France's Crisis

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Key Points

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