France opens terror probe into Marseille school shooting

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France's anti-terrorism prosecutor took over the investigation into a school shooting near Marseille after the initial probe found the 14-year-old suspect appeared to belong to a group called the True Crime Community. Two teachers were shot and wounded when a student opened fire with a hunting rifle. The case adds to tensions as some high schools remained closed following protests over education funding and living costs, with unions and student groups seeking to merge the two movements and national demonstrations planned for Saturday. President Emmanuel Macron said student protesters were being exploited by political forces and asked the government for concrete responses within weeks. A poll showed far-right leader Marine Le Pen and hard-left rival Jean-Luc Melenchon gaining momentum before the 2027 presidential election.

Why it matters：The case links youth radicalisation to a wider wave of French protest and political polarisation ahead of the 2027 election.

Key points

  • The 14-year-old suspect allegedly belonged to the True Crime Community.
  • Two teachers were wounded by a hunting rifle.
  • Protests over education costs are spreading, with national rallies planned Saturday.

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