Overview

• Two CNRS researchers, an engineer and a chemist, were arrested after throwing homemade explosive devices at the Russian consulate in Marseille.
• The attack involved three plastic bottles containing a chemical mixture, two of which exploded, causing loud detonations but no injuries or damage.
• The incident occurred on the morning of February 24, 2025, and coincided with the third anniversary of the conflict in Ukraine.
• Russian authorities have described the act as a 'terrorist attack' and demanded a thorough investigation and enhanced security for Russian institutions in France.
• French authorities have condemned the attack, reaffirming the importance of protecting diplomatic premises under international law.