Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Colombian President Gustavo Petro: There will be no change in diplomatic relations with Israel until it complies with the agreements.
Maduro: We say to the people of the United States that we do not want war in the Caribbean or in South America.
Maduro: The sadists in America believe they can issue orders for the world to follow, that they rule while others must adapt. But the first to know this is false are the American people themselves.
Caracas: US maneuvers seek to legitimize regime change and seizure of Venezuelan oil resources.
Caracas: The announced US military deployment in the Caribbean region constitutes a policy of aggression and a threat against Venezuela.
Venezuela: We reject Trump's statements allowing US intelligence agencies to operate in Venezuela.
Palestinian media: Occupation forces storm the town of Azzun, east of Qalqilya
Al Mayadeen's correspondent: Israeli occupation forces fire on Shujaiyya neighborhood east of Gaza City.
Palestinian Prisoners' Information Office: Four of his ribs were broken
Palestinian Prisoners' Information Office: Marwan al-Barghouti lost consciousness after a brutal assault by Israeli occupation soldiers

Paris prosecutor says shooter expressed 'hatred of foreigners'

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 25 Dec 2022 23:12
3 Min Read

Friday's incident sparked massive riots in the capital city, as the Kurdish community was preparing to commemorate the 10th year since three activists have been mysteriously murdered.

  • x
  • Paris shooting suspect expressed 'hatred of foreigners', says prosecut
    William Mallet

The Paris prosecutor said on Sunday that the suspect, named William Mallet, who shot three Kurds in Paris told investigators of his "hatred of foreigners," french sources reported. 

Last Friday, 69-year-old William Mallet opened fire on the street in the 10th arrondissement of Paris at a Kurdish cultural center.

Three people died and another four were injured as a result of the shooting.

The incident subsequently sparked massive riots in the capital city - right as they were preparing to commemorate the 10th year since three activists have been mysteriously murdered.

French capital #Paris in ruins.

French taxpayer money is wasted.

All the damage is done by #PKK supporters.

The snake that #France has been feeding for decades. pic.twitter.com/XKZDwET9gc

— Clash Report (@clashreport) December 25, 2022

According to prosecutor Laure Beccuau, the suspect said he had developed such resentment since 2016 when a burglary took place at his home.

Beccuau added that his police custody resumed on Sunday evening after he was discharged from the psychiatric ward. 

The day the attack took place, law enforcers reported that the shooter's actions were driven by racism.

Hence, the motive was added to the initial accusations of murder and weapons offenses. 

At the initial stages of questioning, William described himself as depressive and had suicidal tendencies. 

Related News

Syrian Kurdish National Conf. to be held before end April: Sources

Damascus security forces deploy in Tishreen Dam under deal with Kurds

The prosecutor said the man had planned to shoot himself in the head with the last bullet after he had completed the attack. 

When a search was carried out at his parents' home, where he resided, investigators say they did not find evidence suggesting he had links to extremist ideologies. 

🔴🇫🇷 [ ALERTE INFO ] Des affrontements sont en cours dans le 10ème arrondissement de #Paris où a eu lieu l'attentat raciste commis par William M. qui a coûté la vie à 3 kurdes et blessé 3 autres. https://t.co/PLWWQnQsPH pic.twitter.com/tvDTJPbQPX

— [ Lies Breaker ] (@Lies_Breaker) December 23, 2022

He had reportedly attempted to carry out an attack in one of Paris' suburbs but later aborted the plan.

William was freed on December 12 this year on grounds that he awaits trial for a saber attack he carried out at a migrant camp in Paris last year. 

Yesterday, sources reported that clashes in Paris opposing Kurds to law enforcers have resulted in several injuries reported.

As the second day of the protests began, Kurds initially gathered peacefully near the Place de la Republique by the thousands to voice their anger at what they believed was a Turkish-motivated attack on their community.

As demonstrators were marching toward the Place de la Bastille, the protests turned violent when they were met by law enforcers who blamed the Kurds for escalating the situation. 

Cars were turned over, bus stops were damaged, and garbage bins were set on fire, while protesters threw stones, sticks, and firecrackers at the police. 

While several have been detained by the police, others have been sent to the hospital for sustained injuries.

Read more: Erdogan's advisor: PKK is responsible for the Paris protests

  • Kurds
  • Riots
  • Hate crimes
  • paris shooting

Most Read

Iran strikes secret Israeli-US bunker under Tel Aviv high-rise

Tel Aviv high-rise struck by Iran hid Site 81, secret US-Israeli base

  • Politics
  • 14 Oct 2025
Palestinian journalist Saleh al-Jaafarawi in an undated image in Gaza, occupied Palestine (Social media)

Gaza Palestinian journalist Saleh al-Jafarawi killed by collaborators

  • Politics
  • 12 Oct 2025
drop site

New report details extensive Israeli arson in Gaza after ceasefire

  • Politics
  • 13 Oct 2025
Illustration of fists breaking shackles, representing the liberation of Palestinian detainees from Israeli prisons. (Illustrated by: AL Mayadeen English/Batoul Chamas)

4 prominent Palestinian detainees to be freed: Who are they?

  • Palestine
  • 13 Oct 2025

Coverage

All
War on Gaza

Read Next

All
Members of the media wait for Palestinian prisoners and injured at the Rafah border crossing in Egypt, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 (AP)
Politics

Rafah crossing to reopen for travelers from Gaza: Reuters

US President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Oval Office at the White House, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in Washington (AP)
Politics

'Israel' may resume Gaza war if Hamas breaches ceasefire, Trump says

Mourners attend the funeral of slain captive Captain Daniel Peretz at Mt. Herzl military cemetery in occupied al-Quds, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 (AP)
Politics

Al-Qassam Brigades hand over all living Israeli captives

Armored vehicles drive through a street during a government-organized march in support of President Nicolas Maduro in Caracas, Venezuela, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025 (AP)
Politics

US approves covert CIA action in Venezuela: Reports

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS