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Paris attacks: Shootings kill 18, hostage-taking at Bataclan arts centre Paris attacks: Dozens dead and hostages held at Bataclan
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At least 18 people have been killed in several shootings in the French capital, Paris, as well as explosions near the Stade de France. France has declared a national state of emergency and has closed its borders after at least 40 people were killed in multiple shootings in Paris.
French media say at least 15 people have been killed near the Bataclan arts centre. A hostage taking is under way, with reports of up to 60 held. At least 15 people have been killed near the Bataclan arts centre, where up to 60 people are reportedly being held hostage, French media say.
Reports suggest some spectators are leaving the hall, with police raiding the venue. Three people were killed in an attack at the Stade de France, with some reports suggesting a suicide blast.
Three explosions are also reported outside a bar near the Stade de France. Paris authorities have asked people to stay indoors.
France were hosting Germany in a friendly and the match continued. It has now ended. Military personnel are being deployed across Paris.
Live: Follow the latest developments here.Live: Follow the latest developments here.
At least one man opened fire at a restaurant in the 11th district, causing several several casualties. In pictures: Paris shootings
A BBC journalist at the Petit Cambodge restaurant could see 10 people on the road either dead or seriously injured. Eyewitness accounts from the scene
Police have now arrived and sealed off the area. The deadliest attack appears to have targeted the Bataclan concert hall. The BBC's Hugh Schofield says scores of ambulances have arrived at the scene, suggesting many victims inside.
Other attacks hit Le Petit Cambodge restaurant in the 11th district where a BBC reporter could see 10 people lying on the road, either dead or seriously injured.
Another hit Le Carillon bar not too far away.
An eyewitness told Liberation he had heard more than 100 rounds being fired at a cafe in rue de Charonne.An eyewitness told Liberation he had heard more than 100 rounds being fired at a cafe in rue de Charonne.
There are reports of up to six gunmen involved.There are reports of up to six gunmen involved.
Reports say French President Francois Hollande was watching the match at the Stade de France and has been moved to safety. President Barack Obama spoke of "an outrageous attempt to terrorise innocent civilians".
Mr Hollande and Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve have gone to the interior ministry. UK PM David Cameron said he was shocked and pledged to do "whatever we can to help".
The French anti-terror prosecutor has begun an investigation.
President Barack Obama was briefed on the developments on Friday.
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