Historic Breakthrough in Paris Attack Case as Suspect Detained

France announced the arrest of a suspect in the 1982 antisemitic attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris. Detained by Palestinian authorities, the arrest follows France's recognition of Palestine. President Macron praised the collaboration, while Interpol confirmed the detainment of Mahmoud Khader Abed Adra.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 19-09-2025 17:40 IST | Created: 19-09-2025 17:40 IST
Historic Breakthrough in Paris Attack Case as Suspect Detained
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In a significant development, France reported the detention of a suspect involved in the 1982 attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris, which resulted in six deaths and injuries to at least 20 others.

The suspect, apprehended by Palestinian authorities in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, was located following France's recent diplomatic recognition of Palestine, an act that facilitated the extradition request.

This arrest revives hopes for justice in the case connected to a historic wave of militant violence from the 1970s. France and several other countries are poised to recognize the Palestinian state, coinciding with the U.N. General Assembly session.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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