France Launches Terror Investigation

Paris police reported that a search of a suspicious vehicle parked in the 19th arrondissement—a district noted for its sizable Jewish community—yielded a “military‑grade weapon.” Officers initiated the inspection after receiving a tip about the car, which was found unattended on a residential street. The weapon, described in the police communiqué as a high‑powered firearm, was seized and is being examined by forensic experts to determine its origin and any potential links to criminal activity.

Authorities have launched an investigation into how the weapon came to be in the neighborhood and are reviewing surveillance footage and witness statements. The police have not disclosed further details about the type of firearm or any arrests made. Officials emphasized that the discovery does not appear to be connected to any immediate threat, but they are maintaining heightened vigilance in the area while the inquiry proceeds.