French police apprehended a man who had threatened to detonate explosives at Iran's consulate in Paris, according to a police source. The incident prompted authorities to cordon off the area surrounding the consulate earlier today, as observed by Reuters reporters on the scene.
The police source revealed that the man, carrying what appeared to be a grenade and an explosive vest, was spotted entering the consulate around 11 am local time. Prompt action by law enforcement led to his arrest, averting a potential crisis.
Authorities had urged the public to avoid the vicinity of the consulate as the situation unfolded, although specific details regarding the threat remained undisclosed. Additionally, for security reasons, service on a nearby metro line was temporarily suspended by the RATP metro company.
Despite efforts to gather information, officials at the Iranian embassy declined to comment on the unfolding situation, leaving the motive behind the threat unclear. It remains uncertain whether the incident is connected to the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.
The incident in Paris occurred on the same day as explosions rocked the Iranian city of Isfahan, reportedly the result of an Israeli attack. However, Tehran downplayed the incident, signaling a reluctance to retaliate and a desire to prevent further escalation of regional tensions.
The police source revealed that the man, carrying what appeared to be a grenade and an explosive vest, was spotted entering the consulate around 11 am local time. Prompt action by law enforcement led to his arrest, averting a potential crisis.
Authorities had urged the public to avoid the vicinity of the consulate as the situation unfolded, although specific details regarding the threat remained undisclosed. Additionally, for security reasons, service on a nearby metro line was temporarily suspended by the RATP metro company.
Despite efforts to gather information, officials at the Iranian embassy declined to comment on the unfolding situation, leaving the motive behind the threat unclear. It remains uncertain whether the incident is connected to the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.
The incident in Paris occurred on the same day as explosions rocked the Iranian city of Isfahan, reportedly the result of an Israeli attack. However, Tehran downplayed the incident, signaling a reluctance to retaliate and a desire to prevent further escalation of regional tensions.
