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Syrian Refugee Stabs Four Children, Two Adults in French Town

  • A 31-year-old Syrian refugee with status in Sweden stabbed and critically wounded four young children and two adults at a playground in Annecy, France.
  • The motive for the attack remains unknown, though officials said there were no indications of terrorism.
  • The four children ranged from 22 months to 3 years old; two are fighting for their lives.
  • The stabbings have stunned France, with lawmakers holding a moment of silence and President Emmanuel Macron denouncing the "attack of absolute cowardice".
  • The suspect was detained at the scene immediately and was known to security services, though not considered a terrorist threat.
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