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French Teens Charged in Antisemitic Rape of 12-Year-Old Jewish Girl

The attack has intensified debates on racism and antisemitism in France as the country approaches snap parliamentary elections.

  • Two boys, aged 12 and 13, face multiple charges including aggravated gang rape and religion-motivated violence.
  • The incident occurred in Courbevoie, a suburb of Paris, and has led to widespread public outrage and protests.
  • French President Emmanuel Macron and other political leaders have condemned the attack and called for discussions on racism and antisemitism in schools.
  • The attack is part of a broader surge in antisemitic acts in France, especially following the Israel-Hamas conflict.
  • The far-right National Rally party is leveraging the incident to highlight security and immigration issues ahead of the upcoming elections.
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