Overview
- The trial of four men accused of aiding the 2018 Strasbourg Christmas market attacker, Cherif Chekatt, has commenced in Paris.
- Cherif Chekatt killed five people and injured 11 others during the attack before being shot dead by police.
- One defendant, Audrey Mondjehi, faces terrorism charges and could receive a life sentence, while the others could face up to 10 years for criminal conspiracy.
- The trial is expected to last until early April, with survivors and families of the deceased set to testify.
- Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, but French authorities have questioned the extent of the group's involvement.