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Paris terror attacks: Turkey told France twice about Bataclan bomber – live Paris attacks: Turkey told France twice about Bataclan bomber – live
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12.09pm GMT12:09
Bomber's father had 'cold reunion' with son in Syria
The father of suspected suicide bomber Samy Amimour was interviewed by French newspaper Le Monde back in December 2014.
Mohamed, 67, who works in a clothes shop in Seine-Saint-Denis, told the newspaper that in June 2014 he had gone to Syria to try and bring his son back from the Islamic State.
He said that he travelled to the Turkish-Syrian border from where he took a minibus to an base with a group men, women and children, a mix of Russians, Europeans and north Africans.
Mohamed saw his son who had been injured and was on crutches.
He was unable to convince his son to return, telling the newspaper:
Samy was with another guy who never left us alone. It was an extremely cold reunion and he did not take me to his house, did not tell me how he’s been injured if he had fought.
Mohamed accepted that his son had abandoned him but added:
His mother wants to go back with me. Maybe she will be able to convince him. I don’t want him to spend his whole life over there.
11.39am GMT11:39
Minute's silence in Paris to mourn victims
Luke Harding
Three hundred people gathered at the Place de la République at midday to observe a minute’s silence in memory of the victims of Friday’s attacks.
One man held up French flags, several people wept and buses at the busy intersection pulled over.
At the end, the crowd burst into spontaneous applause. Similar crowds gathered at the other locations where 129 people were gunned down, including the Bataclan theatre.
Les députés ont chanté la Marseillaise. @lcpan https://t.co/xeBRAZ3s42
Après la minute de silence, la place de la République applaudit pic.twitter.com/35XloyNC8L
Herbener Sabine said she had come to show solidarity and make it clear that she had no fear of terrorists.
I think we will get more attacks. First we had Charlie Hebdo in January. Now in November, we have more of the same shit.
Sabine said she did not think the latest French bombing of Islamic State targets in Syria would help the situation.
So what was the answer?
Love everybody. Tell them you love them.
Updated at 11.56am GMT
11.15am GMT11:1511.15am GMT11:15
There is a huge media presence as the Belgian police raid continues in Molenbeek.There is a huge media presence as the Belgian police raid continues in Molenbeek.
Media presence at the street of #Molenbeek raid. pic.twitter.com/YTLRpwZU3WMedia presence at the street of #Molenbeek raid. pic.twitter.com/YTLRpwZU3W
BREAKING: Police raid still ongoing here in Rue Delaunoy. Police are in roof of adjoining building. Focus on No.47. pic.twitter.com/U2TZgO1oTABREAKING: Police raid still ongoing here in Rue Delaunoy. Police are in roof of adjoining building. Focus on No.47. pic.twitter.com/U2TZgO1oTA
Updated at 11.32am GMTUpdated at 11.32am GMT
11.05am GMT11:0511.05am GMT11:05
Reports of Paris suspect arrest deniedReports of Paris suspect arrest denied
The Belgian broadcaster RTL reports that police have arrested Salah Abdeslam, a suspect in the Paris attacks believed to have gone on the run, in the Belgian suburb of Molenbeek. But within a few minutes, that report was contradicted by Belgian public broadcaster RTBF who said Abdeslam was not in custody.The Belgian broadcaster RTL reports that police have arrested Salah Abdeslam, a suspect in the Paris attacks believed to have gone on the run, in the Belgian suburb of Molenbeek. But within a few minutes, that report was contradicted by Belgian public broadcaster RTBF who said Abdeslam was not in custody.
Abdeslam was the subject of a French police wanted order. His brother was named by French police as a bomber who carried out a suicide attack on one of the locations targeted on Friday night.Abdeslam was the subject of a French police wanted order. His brother was named by French police as a bomber who carried out a suicide attack on one of the locations targeted on Friday night.
According to multiple reports, police carried out a raid in Molenbeek this morning and closed several roads.According to multiple reports, police carried out a raid in Molenbeek this morning and closed several roads.
Witnesses at the scene described hearing explosions followed by orders given by police through a loudspeaker.Witnesses at the scene described hearing explosions followed by orders given by police through a loudspeaker.
BREAKING: Police raid still ongoing here in Rue Delaunoy. Police are in roof of adjoining building. Focus on No.47. pic.twitter.com/U2TZgO1oTABREAKING: Police raid still ongoing here in Rue Delaunoy. Police are in roof of adjoining building. Focus on No.47. pic.twitter.com/U2TZgO1oTA
One man was apparently then ordered to come to the window with his hands raised.One man was apparently then ordered to come to the window with his hands raised.
Salah allegedly rented the black Volkswagen Polo used by the group that attacked the Bataclan concert hall.Salah allegedly rented the black Volkswagen Polo used by the group that attacked the Bataclan concert hall.
He is said to have been born and lived in Belgium, although French police have described him as a French national.He is said to have been born and lived in Belgium, although French police have described him as a French national.
In the hours after the attacks, French police stopped Abdeslam and two other men close to the border with Belgium, but allowed them to go on their way because their names were not at that stage on any wanted list.In the hours after the attacks, French police stopped Abdeslam and two other men close to the border with Belgium, but allowed them to go on their way because their names were not at that stage on any wanted list.
Ibrahim Abdeslam, the brother of Salah, was identified by prosecutors as the man who rented a Seat vehicle used in the attacks.Ibrahim Abdeslam, the brother of Salah, was identified by prosecutors as the man who rented a Seat vehicle used in the attacks.
He carried out the suicide attack at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe. Ibrahim, 31, was a French national based in Belgium.He carried out the suicide attack at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe. Ibrahim, 31, was a French national based in Belgium.
Updated at 11.21am GMT Updated at 12.04pm GMT
10.37am GMT10:3710.37am GMT10:37
The French interior minister, Bernard Cazeneuve, has said 104 people have been placed under house arrest and 168 raids took place last night. Twenty-three people have been arrested, he added.The French interior minister, Bernard Cazeneuve, has said 104 people have been placed under house arrest and 168 raids took place last night. Twenty-three people have been arrested, he added.
Cazeneuve also confirmed that six people have been stripped of their citizenship since the beginning of the year.Cazeneuve also confirmed that six people have been stripped of their citizenship since the beginning of the year.
Updated at 11.01am GMTUpdated at 11.01am GMT
10.36am GMT10:3610.36am GMT10:36
Andrew SparrowAndrew Sparrow
In Britain, Jeremy Corbyn, the leader of the opposition and an opponent of recent western military interventions in the Middle East, said further airstrikes against Islamic State in Syria would make little difference. There had to be a political solution, he added.In Britain, Jeremy Corbyn, the leader of the opposition and an opponent of recent western military interventions in the Middle East, said further airstrikes against Islamic State in Syria would make little difference. There had to be a political solution, he added.
Does the bombing change it [the threat from Isis]? Probably not. The idea has to be surely a political settlement in Syria.Does the bombing change it [the threat from Isis]? Probably not. The idea has to be surely a political settlement in Syria.
We have to be careful. One war doesn’t necessarily bring about peace, it often can bring yet more conflicts, more mayhem and more loss ...We have to be careful. One war doesn’t necessarily bring about peace, it often can bring yet more conflicts, more mayhem and more loss ...
I am not saying ‘sit round the table with Isis’, I am saying bring about a political settlement in Syria which will help then to bring some kind of unity government – technical government – in Syria.I am not saying ‘sit round the table with Isis’, I am saying bring about a political settlement in Syria which will help then to bring some kind of unity government – technical government – in Syria.
He said questions needed to be asked about who was funding Isis and what role Saudi Arabia was playing.He said questions needed to be asked about who was funding Isis and what role Saudi Arabia was playing.
And he criticised the British media for paying too little attention to recent terror attacks in Turkey and Lebanon.And he criticised the British media for paying too little attention to recent terror attacks in Turkey and Lebanon.
I think our media needs to be able to report things that happen outside Europe as well as inside Europe. A life is a life.I think our media needs to be able to report things that happen outside Europe as well as inside Europe. A life is a life.
Updated at 11.04am GMTUpdated at 11.04am GMT
10.33am GMT10:3310.33am GMT10:33
Patrick WintourPatrick Wintour
The Guardian’s political editor, Patrick Wintour, is in Antalya where David Cameron has been speaking to the Russian president, Vladimir Putin.The Guardian’s political editor, Patrick Wintour, is in Antalya where David Cameron has been speaking to the Russian president, Vladimir Putin.
British sources confirmed that security forces have foiled an Isis plot in the past two months, taking the total number of thwarted attacks in the UK to seven this year.British sources confirmed that security forces have foiled an Isis plot in the past two months, taking the total number of thwarted attacks in the UK to seven this year.
British sources, speaking after David Cameron’s bilateral meeting with President Putin, said the hour-long conversation had been constructive and mainly focused on the Syrian peace process.British sources, speaking after David Cameron’s bilateral meeting with President Putin, said the hour-long conversation had been constructive and mainly focused on the Syrian peace process.
Cameron stressed that all sides wanted a settlement ending with a political regime in place as part of a planned transition.Cameron stressed that all sides wanted a settlement ending with a political regime in place as part of a planned transition.
Britain has not shifted on its insistence that President Assad stand down at the end of the process, including elections.Britain has not shifted on its insistence that President Assad stand down at the end of the process, including elections.
Updated at 10.47am GMTUpdated at 10.47am GMT
10.24am GMT10:2410.24am GMT10:24
Turkey told France twice about Bataclan bomberTurkey told France twice about Bataclan bomber
A Turkish official has told the Guardian that French authorities were informed twice about the suicide bomber Omar Ismail Mostefai by Turkey, but only received an information request about him after the Paris attacks. A Turkish official has told the Guardian that French authorities were informed twice about the suicide bomber Omar Ismaïl Mostefai by Turkey, but only received an information request about him after the Paris attacks.
The official said Mostefai entered Turkey in 2013 and there is no record of him leaving the country.The official said Mostefai entered Turkey in 2013 and there is no record of him leaving the country.
On 10 October 2014, Turkey received an information request regarding four terror suspects from the French authorities, but Mostefai was not among them.On 10 October 2014, Turkey received an information request regarding four terror suspects from the French authorities, but Mostefai was not among them.
During an investigation, the Turkish authorities identified Mostefai and notified their French counterparts twice – in December 2014 and June 2015 – the official said.During an investigation, the Turkish authorities identified Mostefai and notified their French counterparts twice – in December 2014 and June 2015 – the official said.
“We have, however, not heard back from France on the matter,” the official said. “It was only after the Paris attacks that the Turkish authorities received an information request about Omar Ismail Mostefai from France.”“We have, however, not heard back from France on the matter,” the official said. “It was only after the Paris attacks that the Turkish authorities received an information request about Omar Ismail Mostefai from France.”
Mostefai, 29, was the first attacker named by French authorities. He was identified by prints taken from a severed finger found in the Bataclan concert hall.Mostefai, 29, was the first attacker named by French authorities. He was identified by prints taken from a severed finger found in the Bataclan concert hall.
French intelligence was reported to have been tracking Mostafei when he began spending time at a mosque with radical links in 2010, and is reported to be investigating whether Mostefai travelled to Syria between 2013 and 2014, a timeline that would match the official’s account of when he first arrived in Turkey. French intelligence were reported to have been tracking Mostefai when he began spending time at a mosque with radical links in 2010, and are said to be investigating whether Mostefai travelled to Syria between 2013 and 2014, a timeline that would match the official’s account of when he first arrived in Turkey.
Updated at 10.34am GMT Updated at 11.44am GMT
10.12am GMT10:1210.12am GMT10:12
Liberation also linked Abdelhamid Abaaoud to Sid Ahmed Ghlam, a French student charged with murder, attempted murder and terror offences.Liberation also linked Abdelhamid Abaaoud to Sid Ahmed Ghlam, a French student charged with murder, attempted murder and terror offences.
It is alleged that documents found at his home and in a search of his computer and telephone suggested Ghlam was in contact with a French speaker in Syria, who had ordered him to carry out an attack on a church.It is alleged that documents found at his home and in a search of his computer and telephone suggested Ghlam was in contact with a French speaker in Syria, who had ordered him to carry out an attack on a church.
Abdel Abaaoud, 27 ans, serait le commanditaire des #ParisAttacks. Il aurait été en contact avec Sid Ahmed Ghlam et Ayoub El-Khazzani 1/2Abdel Abaaoud, 27 ans, serait le commanditaire des #ParisAttacks. Il aurait été en contact avec Sid Ahmed Ghlam et Ayoub El-Khazzani 1/2
Updated at 10.26am GMTUpdated at 10.26am GMT
9.58am GMT09:589.58am GMT09:58
Belgian-born alleged 'mastermind' of Paris attack namedBelgian-born alleged 'mastermind' of Paris attack named
A French official has identified the alleged mastermind of the Paris attacks as Belgian-born Abdelhamid Abaaoud, AP reports. Abaaoud is understood to be in Syria.A French official has identified the alleged mastermind of the Paris attacks as Belgian-born Abdelhamid Abaaoud, AP reports. Abaaoud is understood to be in Syria.
We reported earlier today that Abaaoud, a known extremist, was named in several police files alongside Ibrahim Abdeslam, who carried out the suicide attack at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe.We reported earlier today that Abaaoud, a known extremist, was named in several police files alongside Ibrahim Abdeslam, who carried out the suicide attack at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe.
Abaaoud is also linked to the thwarted Thalys train attack in August, by Associated Press and Liberation.Abaaoud is also linked to the thwarted Thalys train attack in August, by Associated Press and Liberation.
The attack happened on board a high-speed train from Amsterdam to Paris, via Brussels, when Ayoub El-Khazzani, a suspected terrorist, opened fire before being subdued by passengers.The attack happened on board a high-speed train from Amsterdam to Paris, via Brussels, when Ayoub El-Khazzani, a suspected terrorist, opened fire before being subdued by passengers.
Updated at 10.24am GMTUpdated at 10.24am GMT
9.53am GMT09:539.53am GMT09:53
Syrian passport holder was bomber, prosecutors saySyrian passport holder was bomber, prosecutors say
Syrian passport holder Ahmad Al Mohammad, who is said to have passed with refugees through the Greek island of Leros, is one of the suicide bombers named by French prosecutors in the past few minutes.Syrian passport holder Ahmad Al Mohammad, who is said to have passed with refugees through the Greek island of Leros, is one of the suicide bombers named by French prosecutors in the past few minutes.
The prosecutor’s office says fingerprints from the attacker match those of someone who passed through Greece in October.The prosecutor’s office says fingerprints from the attacker match those of someone who passed through Greece in October.
He was named yesterday by Greek and Serbian newspapers as Ahmed Almohamed, though different spellings are common with transliterated Arabic names.He was named yesterday by Greek and Serbian newspapers as Ahmed Almohamed, though different spellings are common with transliterated Arabic names.
He was born on 10 September 1990 in Idlib, north-west Syria, according to the passport.He was born on 10 September 1990 in Idlib, north-west Syria, according to the passport.
The passport was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros, on 7 October. Al Mohammad is then reported to have travelled through Macedonia before crossing into Serbia at Miratovac.The passport was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros, on 7 October. Al Mohammad is then reported to have travelled through Macedonia before crossing into Serbia at Miratovac.
The Serbian newspaper Blic said he crossed into the country on 7 October, having arrived four days earlier in Leros, and reported that he had formally sought asylum in the southern Serbian town of Preševo.The Serbian newspaper Blic said he crossed into the country on 7 October, having arrived four days earlier in Leros, and reported that he had formally sought asylum in the southern Serbian town of Preševo.
A Greek newspaper, Proto Thema, said he was travelling with a second man, which it named as Mohammed Almuhamed, and published pictures purporting to show their travel documents. The passport scans published by the Greek and Serbian newspapers have not been independently verified.A Greek newspaper, Proto Thema, said he was travelling with a second man, which it named as Mohammed Almuhamed, and published pictures purporting to show their travel documents. The passport scans published by the Greek and Serbian newspapers have not been independently verified.
Authorities had understandably been cautious over the past few days about definitively saying the passport found at the scene belonged to the bomber, until his fingerprints were matched this morning.Authorities had understandably been cautious over the past few days about definitively saying the passport found at the scene belonged to the bomber, until his fingerprints were matched this morning.
The Guardian has previously reported on the burgeoning trade in fake and stolen passports from Syria.The Guardian has previously reported on the burgeoning trade in fake and stolen passports from Syria.
Updated at 10.15am GMTUpdated at 10.15am GMT
9.32am GMT09:329.32am GMT09:32
A rap video has emerged that appears to show Omar Ismail Mostefai, the suicide bomber who killed 89 people at the Bataclan theatre on Friday night, according to BFMTV.A rap video has emerged that appears to show Omar Ismail Mostefai, the suicide bomber who killed 89 people at the Bataclan theatre on Friday night, according to BFMTV.
Mostefai grew up in Courcouronnes, a southern Paris suburb. He is known to have travelled to Syria in late 2013, returning last year.Mostefai grew up in Courcouronnes, a southern Paris suburb. He is known to have travelled to Syria in late 2013, returning last year.
Hafid Ouzi, 29, a school friend of Mostefai, told the Times that he had regularly clashed with police.Hafid Ouzi, 29, a school friend of Mostefai, told the Times that he had regularly clashed with police.
Omar was weak. He had bad friends and got in some trouble with them, but it was nothing that was serious. He stole a few things from shops, but all the kids do that.Omar was weak. He had bad friends and got in some trouble with them, but it was nothing that was serious. He stole a few things from shops, but all the kids do that.
Updated at 10.12am GMTUpdated at 10.12am GMT
9.20am GMT09:209.20am GMT09:20
Two more suicide bombers namedTwo more suicide bombers named
Paris prosecutors have identified two more suicide bombers from Friday’s attacks as Ahmad Al Mohammad and Samy Amimour.Paris prosecutors have identified two more suicide bombers from Friday’s attacks as Ahmad Al Mohammad and Samy Amimour.
Ahmad Al Mohammad (Stade de France)Ahmad Al Mohammad (Stade de France)
Al Mohammad, the bomber who targeted the Stade de France, has now been definitively linked by the authorities to the Syrian passport found near his body. He was born on 10 September 1990 in Idlib, Syria, according to the passport.Al Mohammad, the bomber who targeted the Stade de France, has now been definitively linked by the authorities to the Syrian passport found near his body. He was born on 10 September 1990 in Idlib, Syria, according to the passport.
The passport was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros on 7 October. The Serbian newspaper Blic said he crossed into the country that day, having arrived four days earlier on Leros.The passport was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros on 7 October. The Serbian newspaper Blic said he crossed into the country that day, having arrived four days earlier on Leros.
Samy Amimour (Bataclan)Samy Amimour (Bataclan)
Amimour, one of the suicide bombers at the Bataclan theatre, was born on 15 October 1987 in Drancy, a north-eastern suburb of Paris.Amimour, one of the suicide bombers at the Bataclan theatre, was born on 15 October 1987 in Drancy, a north-eastern suburb of Paris.
He was known to French authorities before the attack. Prosecutors say three people in Amimour’s family entourage have been in custody since early Monday. He was known to French authorities before the attack. Prosecutors say three people in Amimour’s family have been in custody since early Monday.
Updated at 10.09am GMT Updated at 11.49am GMT
9.13am GMT09:139.13am GMT09:13
One of the suicide bombers in the Paris attacks had links to a Belgian Islamic State militant believed to be the mastermind of a jihadi cell dismantled in January, the Flemish-language newspaper De Standaard reported.One of the suicide bombers in the Paris attacks had links to a Belgian Islamic State militant believed to be the mastermind of a jihadi cell dismantled in January, the Flemish-language newspaper De Standaard reported.
Brahim Abdeslam appears in several police files linked to the extremist leader Abdelhamid Abaaoud relating to criminal cases in 2010 and 2011,Brahim Abdeslam appears in several police files linked to the extremist leader Abdelhamid Abaaoud relating to criminal cases in 2010 and 2011,
“Investigators see a link with Verviers,” it said, referring to a police raid in January where two suspected militants were shot dead.“Investigators see a link with Verviers,” it said, referring to a police raid in January where two suspected militants were shot dead.
Here’s the report from AFP:Here’s the report from AFP:
Abaaoud – a 27-year-old Belgian of Moroccan descent who allegedly led the group and had fought with Islamic State in Syria – remains at large. He has claimed in the Isis English-language magazine Dabiq to have rejoined the group in Syria.Abaaoud – a 27-year-old Belgian of Moroccan descent who allegedly led the group and had fought with Islamic State in Syria – remains at large. He has claimed in the Isis English-language magazine Dabiq to have rejoined the group in Syria.
Both Abdeslam, a Belgium-based Frenchman who blew himself up outside a bar on boulevard Voltaire, and Abaaoud lived in the Brussels district of Molenbeek, which has a reputation as a hotbed of Islamic militancy.Both Abdeslam, a Belgium-based Frenchman who blew himself up outside a bar on boulevard Voltaire, and Abaaoud lived in the Brussels district of Molenbeek, which has a reputation as a hotbed of Islamic militancy.
French police have launched an international manhunt for Brahim Abdeslam’s Brussels-born brother Salah Abdeslam, who is also said to be linked to the Paris attacks.French police have launched an international manhunt for Brahim Abdeslam’s Brussels-born brother Salah Abdeslam, who is also said to be linked to the Paris attacks.
Updated at 10.05am GMTUpdated at 10.05am GMT
8.53am GMT08:538.53am GMT08:53
Josh HallidayJosh Halliday
The Guardian’s Josh Halliday and Emma Graham-Harrison have been looking in depth at what we know about the attackers so far.The Guardian’s Josh Halliday and Emma Graham-Harrison have been looking in depth at what we know about the attackers so far.
French authorities have said seven attackers died while carrying out Friday night’s terror attacks, while one other believed to be “directly involved” in the bloodshed is on the run. Belgian authorities have arrested seven men in connection with the attacks.French authorities have said seven attackers died while carrying out Friday night’s terror attacks, while one other believed to be “directly involved” in the bloodshed is on the run. Belgian authorities have arrested seven men in connection with the attacks.
Only two have been officially named – one of the dead attackers and the wanted man – but details have emerged about others suspected of involvement.Only two have been officially named – one of the dead attackers and the wanted man – but details have emerged about others suspected of involvement.
Here are the full details:Here are the full details:
Related: Paris attack suspects: what do we know about them?Related: Paris attack suspects: what do we know about them?
Updated at 9.32am GMTUpdated at 9.32am GMT
8.40am GMT08:408.40am GMT08:40
A fourth attacker has been identified, according to BFMTV.A fourth attacker has been identified, according to BFMTV.
Police sources have told the French broadcaster that he is called Samy and was born in Paris in 1987.Police sources have told the French broadcaster that he is called Samy and was born in Paris in 1987.
His family reportedly live in Bobigny, northern Paris, where police raids were carried out this morning.His family reportedly live in Bobigny, northern Paris, where police raids were carried out this morning.
Updated at 9.33am GMTUpdated at 9.33am GMT
8.32am GMT08:328.32am GMT08:32
Anne Hidalgo, the Paris mayor, has been tweeting as the capital’s lawmakers assemble in the Council of Paris, starting by holding a minute’s silence.Anne Hidalgo, the Paris mayor, has been tweeting as the capital’s lawmakers assemble in the Council of Paris, starting by holding a minute’s silence.
“On behalf of Parisians, and of our united assembly, I send the heartbroken families the condolences of Paris,” she said.“On behalf of Parisians, and of our united assembly, I send the heartbroken families the condolences of Paris,” she said.
“When your heart falter[s], the great heart of Paris will support you. When your heart is suffering, the heart of Paris will soothe you.“When your heart falter[s], the great heart of Paris will support you. When your heart is suffering, the heart of Paris will soothe you.
“I salute those on the frontline of a war that dare not speak its name – police, firefighters, soldiers and carers.”“I salute those on the frontline of a war that dare not speak its name – police, firefighters, soldiers and carers.”
Minute de silence des élus de #Paris unis et rassemblés au #ConseildeParis pic.twitter.com/qs7GTu3QesMinute de silence des élus de #Paris unis et rassemblés au #ConseildeParis pic.twitter.com/qs7GTu3Qes
Où votre coeur défaille le grand coeur de Paris le soutiendra. Où votre coeur souffre le coeur de Paris l'apaisera. pic.twitter.com/PDsXHCr5yEOù votre coeur défaille le grand coeur de Paris le soutiendra. Où votre coeur souffre le coeur de Paris l'apaisera. pic.twitter.com/PDsXHCr5yE
Updated at 9.34am GMTUpdated at 9.34am GMT
8.14am GMT08:148.14am GMT08:14
Graeme WeardenGraeme Wearden
Shares in Paris have dropped at the start of trading, but there is no sign of panic in the French stock market.Shares in Paris have dropped at the start of trading, but there is no sign of panic in the French stock market.
The CAC 40 index, which contains France’s largest listed companies, fell by 1.1% at the open.The CAC 40 index, which contains France’s largest listed companies, fell by 1.1% at the open.
Airline stocks are dropping across Europe, though, with Air France down 5% and easyJet falling 3%.Airline stocks are dropping across Europe, though, with Air France down 5% and easyJet falling 3%.
Eurotunnel’s shares are down 3.3%, reflecting the likely impact of the attacks on tourism.Eurotunnel’s shares are down 3.3%, reflecting the likely impact of the attacks on tourism.
France’s economy is expected to be knocked by Friday’s attacks, but economists have played down suggestions that it could fall back into recession.France’s economy is expected to be knocked by Friday’s attacks, but economists have played down suggestions that it could fall back into recession.
Updated at 9.35am GMTUpdated at 9.35am GMT
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Cameron says there are 'hopeful signs' of an international deal to tackle Isis in SyriaCameron says there are 'hopeful signs' of an international deal to tackle Isis in Syria
Andrew SparrowAndrew Sparrow
Here are the main points from David Cameron’s Today interview. (He was interviewed by Nick Robinson, the BBC’s former political editor, who is starting his new job as a Today presenter.)Here are the main points from David Cameron’s Today interview. (He was interviewed by Nick Robinson, the BBC’s former political editor, who is starting his new job as a Today presenter.)
Of course you can’t really deal with so called Islamic State unless you get a political settlement in Syria which allows you then to permanently degrade and destroy that organisation. It’s still got a long way to go, but there are some hopeful signs in that the meeting of foreign ministers, including the Russians and the Iranians, as well as the Americans, the British and the French, has made some progress and I hope to have some discussions with Vladimir Putin this morning ...Of course you can’t really deal with so called Islamic State unless you get a political settlement in Syria which allows you then to permanently degrade and destroy that organisation. It’s still got a long way to go, but there are some hopeful signs in that the meeting of foreign ministers, including the Russians and the Iranians, as well as the Americans, the British and the French, has made some progress and I hope to have some discussions with Vladimir Putin this morning ...
It is difficult. We have some profound disagreements. But I will start the conversation with Vladimir Putin by talking about the things that we agree about, which is that Isil, and this radicalised Islamist extremism, is just as much a threat to Russia – potentially more of a threat to Russia – than it is to Europe.It is difficult. We have some profound disagreements. But I will start the conversation with Vladimir Putin by talking about the things that we agree about, which is that Isil, and this radicalised Islamist extremism, is just as much a threat to Russia – potentially more of a threat to Russia – than it is to Europe.
In his remarks last night, Vladimir Putin very much recognised that.In his remarks last night, Vladimir Putin very much recognised that.
The disagreement has been that we think Assad should go at once, and obviously Russia has taken a different view. We have to find a settlement where Assad leaves and there is a goverment that can bring Syria together, and we mustn’t let the gap between us be the altar on which this country of Syria is slaughtered. That is the challenge.The disagreement has been that we think Assad should go at once, and obviously Russia has taken a different view. We have to find a settlement where Assad leaves and there is a goverment that can bring Syria together, and we mustn’t let the gap between us be the altar on which this country of Syria is slaughtered. That is the challenge.
That is going to take compromises. I think that you can see, from what is going on in Vienna with these talks, that the British, the Americans, the French are prepared to make compromises.That is going to take compromises. I think that you can see, from what is going on in Vienna with these talks, that the British, the Americans, the French are prepared to make compromises.
Well, I think we should look at the timetable.Well, I think we should look at the timetable.
But he also stressed the need to give parliament time to scrutinise the bill, suggesting the Home Office line from yesterday will probably prevail in the end.But he also stressed the need to give parliament time to scrutinise the bill, suggesting the Home Office line from yesterday will probably prevail in the end.
We do need to take parliament and people with us.We do need to take parliament and people with us.
It was the sort of thing we were warned about, but the warning that we were previously planning and responding to very much came out of al-Qaida and the areas between Pakistan and Afghanistan. It was similar, but it was different.It was the sort of thing we were warned about, but the warning that we were previously planning and responding to very much came out of al-Qaida and the areas between Pakistan and Afghanistan. It was similar, but it was different.
What it meant is that we spent a lot of time working out how to respond to this sort of attack, working with the security services and the police, but also the other emergency services, and potentially involving our armed forces as well and special forces.What it meant is that we spent a lot of time working out how to respond to this sort of attack, working with the security services and the police, but also the other emergency services, and potentially involving our armed forces as well and special forces.
But whenever anything like this happens, you have to go right back to the drawing board and look at how many people were involved, and how many locations, and work out what more steps you need to do to try to keep yourself safe. But that is exactly what we are doing right now.But whenever anything like this happens, you have to go right back to the drawing board and look at how many people were involved, and how many locations, and work out what more steps you need to do to try to keep yourself safe. But that is exactly what we are doing right now.
I support the action in Syria. We are part of the enablers of that. It is happening anyway. The question is should we go further and join that action. I have always said that we should. Isil don’t recognise the border between Iraq and Syria and neither should we. But I need to build the argument, I need to take it to parliament, I need to convince more people. We won’t hold that vote unless we can see that parliament would endorse that action, because to fail on this would be damaging – it is not a question of damaging the government; it is a question of not damaging our country and its reputation.I support the action in Syria. We are part of the enablers of that. It is happening anyway. The question is should we go further and join that action. I have always said that we should. Isil don’t recognise the border between Iraq and Syria and neither should we. But I need to build the argument, I need to take it to parliament, I need to convince more people. We won’t hold that vote unless we can see that parliament would endorse that action, because to fail on this would be damaging – it is not a question of damaging the government; it is a question of not damaging our country and its reputation.
He also said Isis had lost 30% of the territory it held in Iraq as a result of the allied airstrikes there which have involved the UK.He also said Isis had lost 30% of the territory it held in Iraq as a result of the allied airstrikes there which have involved the UK.
I think it is very important that we carry on with our lives.I think it is very important that we carry on with our lives.
Updated at 9.47am GMTUpdated at 9.47am GMT
8.11am GMT08:118.11am GMT08:11
The French prime minister, Manuel Valls, has said at least 150 raids have been carried out by police.The French prime minister, Manuel Valls, has said at least 150 raids have been carried out by police.
Here are the locations of the raids we know about so far, according to French media:Here are the locations of the raids we know about so far, according to French media:
BobignyBobigny
Police sources have directly linked the searches in the north-eastern suburb of Paris to the attacks on Friday.Police sources have directly linked the searches in the north-eastern suburb of Paris to the attacks on Friday.
Witnesses told BMFTV that several residents were interviewed by police.Witnesses told BMFTV that several residents were interviewed by police.
LyonLyon
Overnight, police operations in Lyon resulted in five arrests. Police say they uncovered a “war arsenal” and weapons seizures included a rocket launcher, flack jackets, several pistols and a Kalashnikov assault rifle, BMFTV quoted police sources as saying.Overnight, police operations in Lyon resulted in five arrests. Police say they uncovered a “war arsenal” and weapons seizures included a rocket launcher, flack jackets, several pistols and a Kalashnikov assault rifle, BMFTV quoted police sources as saying.
Thirteen police raids in total were carried out in the Lyon area and in the commune of Villefranche-sur-Saône, north of Lyon.Thirteen police raids in total were carried out in the Lyon area and in the commune of Villefranche-sur-Saône, north of Lyon.
ToulouseToulouse
At least three people were arrested between Sunday night and Monday morning. Police say this was a general anti-terror raid and was not connected to the attacks in Paris on Friday.At least three people were arrested between Sunday night and Monday morning. Police say this was a general anti-terror raid and was not connected to the attacks in Paris on Friday.
Police said they discovered a weapon and some cannabis, leading to the arrest of “at least three or four people”.Police said they discovered a weapon and some cannabis, leading to the arrest of “at least three or four people”.
iTele reports that raids are also taking place in Strasbourg, Marseille and Roubaix, a commune in the northern city of Lille.iTele reports that raids are also taking place in Strasbourg, Marseille and Roubaix, a commune in the northern city of Lille.
Updated at 9.37am GMTUpdated at 9.37am GMT
8.00am GMT08:008.00am GMT08:00
The French prime minister, Manuel Valls, has warned that new terror attacks are being planned in France and other European countries following the carnage in Paris.The French prime minister, Manuel Valls, has warned that new terror attacks are being planned in France and other European countries following the carnage in Paris.
“We know that operations were being prepared and are still being prepared, not only against France but other European countries too,” he said, speaking on France’s RTL radio station.“We know that operations were being prepared and are still being prepared, not only against France but other European countries too,” he said, speaking on France’s RTL radio station.
“We are making use of the legal framework of the state of emergency to question people who are part of the radical jihadist movement ... and all those who advocate hate of the republic.”“We are making use of the legal framework of the state of emergency to question people who are part of the radical jihadist movement ... and all those who advocate hate of the republic.”
Valls said the terrorists had launched an attack specifically targeted at young people, enjoying a rock concert, eating and drinking in bars and restaurants and outside the Stade de France stadium.Valls said the terrorists had launched an attack specifically targeted at young people, enjoying a rock concert, eating and drinking in bars and restaurants and outside the Stade de France stadium.
“Once again, the terrorists have attacked France, the French people, young people. Many young people are dead,” he said.“Once again, the terrorists have attacked France, the French people, young people. Many young people are dead,” he said.
“Just a few months ago ... I said this generation would live with the threat of terrorism for a long time, and I was criticised, as if I wanted people to be scared.“Just a few months ago ... I said this generation would live with the threat of terrorism for a long time, and I was criticised, as if I wanted people to be scared.
“No. We must live, live fully, live, but live with the threat of terrorism, to fight together.”“No. We must live, live fully, live, but live with the threat of terrorism, to fight together.”
Updated at 9.44am GMTUpdated at 9.44am GMT
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'Rocket launcher' among weapons seized in Lyon raid'Rocket launcher' among weapons seized in Lyon raid
French television station BMFTV reports that a rocket launcher is among a cache of weapons seized in Lyon overnight, where five people were arrested.French television station BMFTV reports that a rocket launcher is among a cache of weapons seized in Lyon overnight, where five people were arrested.
Attentats de Paris: un lance-roquettes saisi et 5 personnes interpellées à Lyon https://t.co/THCaXbQ6xU pic.twitter.com/j1VvplG97jAttentats de Paris: un lance-roquettes saisi et 5 personnes interpellées à Lyon https://t.co/THCaXbQ6xU pic.twitter.com/j1VvplG97j
Police have been carrying out raids and questioning people in Bobigny, north-eastern Paris, with BFMTV and iTele reporting that the raids are linked to Friday’s attacks.Police have been carrying out raids and questioning people in Bobigny, north-eastern Paris, with BFMTV and iTele reporting that the raids are linked to Friday’s attacks.
Updated at 9.46am GMTUpdated at 9.46am GMT
7.38am GMT07:387.38am GMT07:38
David Cameron, the UK prime minister, has said he hopes western countries will be able to agree with Russia a joint strategy to combat Islamic State in Syria.David Cameron, the UK prime minister, has said he hopes western countries will be able to agree with Russia a joint strategy to combat Islamic State in Syria.
In an interview on the BBC Radio 4 Today programme, Cameron said Britain, France and the US might have to “compromise” with Russia, presumably on the future of President Assad, to secure a deal.In an interview on the BBC Radio 4 Today programme, Cameron said Britain, France and the US might have to “compromise” with Russia, presumably on the future of President Assad, to secure a deal.
He also said he would consider speeding up the introduction of the investigatory powers bill in light of the Paris attacks (the Home Office ruled this out yesterday).He also said he would consider speeding up the introduction of the investigatory powers bill in light of the Paris attacks (the Home Office ruled this out yesterday).
He declared that he would be willing to take his children to tomorrow’s England v France football match in London tomorrow.He declared that he would be willing to take his children to tomorrow’s England v France football match in London tomorrow.
My colleague Andrew Sparrow will post more from the interview shortly.My colleague Andrew Sparrow will post more from the interview shortly.
Updated at 9.47am GMTUpdated at 9.47am GMT
7.31am GMT07:317.31am GMT07:31
What we know so far: latest summaryWhat we know so far: latest summary
Claire PhippsClaire Phipps
Anti-terrorism raids and the hunt for suspectsAnti-terrorism raids and the hunt for suspects
French airstrikes hit RaqqaFrench airstrikes hit Raqqa
Latest on the attacksLatest on the attacks
You can read more on the attackers and those arrested here.You can read more on the attackers and those arrested here.
I’m now handing over the live blog to colleagues in London, who will continue to post the latest updates as the international investigation into the attacks goes on. Thanks for reading.I’m now handing over the live blog to colleagues in London, who will continue to post the latest updates as the international investigation into the attacks goes on. Thanks for reading.
Updated at 10.30am GMTUpdated at 10.30am GMT
7.17am GMT07:177.17am GMT07:17
The attackersThe attackers
Here is what we know so far about the seven terrorists who died – and other suspects who might be connected to the attacks:Here is what we know so far about the seven terrorists who died – and other suspects who might be connected to the attacks:
The Bataclan attackersThe Bataclan attackers
Three attackers are known to have died when French security forces raided the concert venue: two by detonating suicide belts and one who police said was shot by their officers.Three attackers are known to have died when French security forces raided the concert venue: two by detonating suicide belts and one who police said was shot by their officers.
One of the suicide bombers was Omar Ismaïl Mostefai, identified byprints taken from a severed finger. You can read more on Mostefai here. One of the suicide bombers was Omar Ismaïl Mostefai, identified by prints taken from a severed finger. You can read more on Mostefai here.
The identity of his two accomplices is not yet known. The identities of his two accomplices are not yet known.
Boulevard Voltaire attackerBoulevard Voltaire attacker
Ibrahim Abdeslam, also reported as Brahim Abdeslam, 31, one of three brothers believed to be involved, was identified by prosecutors as the man who rented a Seat car used in the attacks. He detonated his explosive vest at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe, seriously injuring a bystander and killing himself.Ibrahim Abdeslam, also reported as Brahim Abdeslam, 31, one of three brothers believed to be involved, was identified by prosecutors as the man who rented a Seat car used in the attacks. He detonated his explosive vest at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe, seriously injuring a bystander and killing himself.
The Stade de France attackersThe Stade de France attackers
Three suicide attackers died at this site by detonating explosive vests. One was Bilal Hadfi, aged 19 or 20, who lived in Belgium.Three suicide attackers died at this site by detonating explosive vests. One was Bilal Hadfi, aged 19 or 20, who lived in Belgium.
A Syrian passport for a 25-year-old called Ahmed Almohamed was found here. It was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros in October, but authorities have not confirmed whether that man’s fingerprints match any of the attackers’ remains.A Syrian passport for a 25-year-old called Ahmed Almohamed was found here. It was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros in October, but authorities have not confirmed whether that man’s fingerprints match any of the attackers’ remains.
We do not yet have information on the third attacker at the stadium.We do not yet have information on the third attacker at the stadium.
Suspect on the runSuspect on the run
Police have put out an international alert and arrest warrant for 26-year-old Salah Abdeslam, brother of one of the attackers who died. Salah Abdeslam is thought to have rented the black Volkswagen Polo used by the group that attacked the Bataclan. He was born and lived in Belgium but is a French national. Police have put out an international alert and arrest warrant for Salah Abdeslam, 26, the brother of one of the attackers who died. Salah Abdeslam is thought to have rented the black Volkswagen Polo used by the group that attacked the Bataclan. He was born and lived in Belgium, but is a French national.
In the hours after the attacks, French police stopped Salah Abdeslam and two other men close to the border with Belgium, but allowed them to go on their way because their names were not at that stage on any wanted list.In the hours after the attacks, French police stopped Salah Abdeslam and two other men close to the border with Belgium, but allowed them to go on their way because their names were not at that stage on any wanted list.
Police now say he should be considered dangerous and should not be approached.Police now say he should be considered dangerous and should not be approached.
The arrestedThe arrested
A third Abdeslam brother, named in some reports as Mohammed Abdeslam, is believed to have been among seven people arrested on Saturday in the Molenbeek-Saint-Jean district of Brussels, suspected of being connected to the attacks.A third Abdeslam brother, named in some reports as Mohammed Abdeslam, is believed to have been among seven people arrested on Saturday in the Molenbeek-Saint-Jean district of Brussels, suspected of being connected to the attacks.
Mostefai’s brother, father and sister-in-law, along with a number of other family members, are still being questioned by police.Mostefai’s brother, father and sister-in-law, along with a number of other family members, are still being questioned by police.
Several people have also been detained in overnight anti-terrorist raids in Toulouse, Grenoble, Jeumont and Bobigny, but it is unclear whether any of these are directly connected to the Paris attacks. The Toulouse arrests are not said to be directly linked, but were carried out under the national state of emergency declared by president François Hollande after the Friday night attacks. Several people have been detained in overnight anti-terror raids in Toulouse, Grenoble, Jeumont and Bobigny, but it is unclear whether any of these are directly connected to the Paris attacks. The Toulouse arrests are not said to be directly linked, but were carried out under the national state of emergency declared by France’s president, François Hollande, after the Friday night attacks.
Updated at 11.48am GMT
7.07am GMT07:077.07am GMT07:07
Kim WillsherKim Willsher
François Hollande will take the extremely rare step of addressing the Congrès des Parliamentaires – a meeting of both houses of parliament, the Senate and the National Assembly – this afternoon at Versailles around 4pm French time.François Hollande will take the extremely rare step of addressing the Congrès des Parliamentaires – a meeting of both houses of parliament, the Senate and the National Assembly – this afternoon at Versailles around 4pm French time.
He is expected to announce a series of security measures following the Paris attacks.He is expected to announce a series of security measures following the Paris attacks.
It’s only the third time a French president has called both houses together since 1848 when Charles-Louis Napoléon Bonaparte (Napoléon III) addressed parliament.It’s only the third time a French president has called both houses together since 1848 when Charles-Louis Napoléon Bonaparte (Napoléon III) addressed parliament.
The most recent occasion was in 2009, when Nicolas Sarkozy reunited parliament to speak about the financial crisis.The most recent occasion was in 2009, when Nicolas Sarkozy reunited parliament to speak about the financial crisis.
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Emma Graham-Harrison, the Guardian’s international affairs correspondent, sends this on the overnight Raqqa airstrikes:Emma Graham-Harrison, the Guardian’s international affairs correspondent, sends this on the overnight Raqqa airstrikes:
Anti-Isis activist group Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently, which has members and contacts inside the city, said there had been over 30 bombing raids.Anti-Isis activist group Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently, which has members and contacts inside the city, said there had been over 30 bombing raids.
Several hours after the bombing began, they said there were no reports of civilian casualties from the city’s hospitals.Several hours after the bombing began, they said there were no reports of civilian casualties from the city’s hospitals.
#Raqqa no Civilian got killed or Wounded by the Warplanes Airstrikes until now according to the #Raqqa Hospitals #Syria #ISIL #ISIS#Raqqa no Civilian got killed or Wounded by the Warplanes Airstrikes until now according to the #Raqqa Hospitals #Syria #ISIL #ISIS
However, Raqqa_SL gave a list of targets that differed from the French military’s claim of clinical precision, and included medical centres and a museum:However, Raqqa_SL gave a list of targets that differed from the French military’s claim of clinical precision, and included medical centres and a museum:
1-#Raqqa some of the places that the Airstrikes targeted 1-Stadium 2-Foresa area 3-Museum 4-Clinics Hospital 5-Political building #Syria1-#Raqqa some of the places that the Airstrikes targeted 1-Stadium 2-Foresa area 3-Museum 4-Clinics Hospital 5-Political building #Syria
Updated at 7.04am GMTUpdated at 7.04am GMT
6.51am GMT06:516.51am GMT06:51
Are attacks on Isis in Syria lawful?Are attacks on Isis in Syria lawful?
My colleague Paul Farrell has investigated the legal basis for retaliatory strikes such as those seen in Raqqa overnight on Sunday. He reports:My colleague Paul Farrell has investigated the legal basis for retaliatory strikes such as those seen in Raqqa overnight on Sunday. He reports:
Setting aside domestic considerations, the basis in international law for France, the US, Australia, Britain and the coalition of nations that have been involved in bombings so far is unclear.Setting aside domestic considerations, the basis in international law for France, the US, Australia, Britain and the coalition of nations that have been involved in bombings so far is unclear.
Under international law all nations must refrain from the use of force against other countries, whether that is in the form of airstrikes or forces on the ground. But these actions can sometimes be justified in very particular cases, which we have seen various nations attempt to invoke with respect to Isis.Under international law all nations must refrain from the use of force against other countries, whether that is in the form of airstrikes or forces on the ground. But these actions can sometimes be justified in very particular cases, which we have seen various nations attempt to invoke with respect to Isis.
The right to either individual or collective self-defence are the arguments that countries appear to have relied on to justify bombings against Isis and may prove be similar justifications for greater military action from France and other countries …The right to either individual or collective self-defence are the arguments that countries appear to have relied on to justify bombings against Isis and may prove be similar justifications for greater military action from France and other countries …
But the problem remains, for both collective and individual self-defence, that Isis is not technically considered a state. In previous international law decisions involving actions against a non-state, the exercise of this right of self-defence has not been considered lawful.But the problem remains, for both collective and individual self-defence, that Isis is not technically considered a state. In previous international law decisions involving actions against a non-state, the exercise of this right of self-defence has not been considered lawful.
You can read the full article here:You can read the full article here:
Related: Isis attack on Paris may be an 'act of war' but retaliation may not be lawfulRelated: Isis attack on Paris may be an 'act of war' but retaliation may not be lawful
6.45am GMT06:456.45am GMT06:45
Luxembourg, currently holding the EU presidency, has called an emergency meeting of the 28 interior and justice ministers in Brussels on Friday.Luxembourg, currently holding the EU presidency, has called an emergency meeting of the 28 interior and justice ministers in Brussels on Friday.
France has requested the meeting in order to “reinforce the European response and to ensure the putting into place of agreed measures” after the attacks on Paris.France has requested the meeting in order to “reinforce the European response and to ensure the putting into place of agreed measures” after the attacks on Paris.
The investigation into the attacks is crossing European borders, with the revelation that several of those suspected of involvement in the attacks lived in or had links to Belgium; and the claim that at least one of the attackers might have posed as a Syrian refugee to travel across Europe from Greece.The investigation into the attacks is crossing European borders, with the revelation that several of those suspected of involvement in the attacks lived in or had links to Belgium; and the claim that at least one of the attackers might have posed as a Syrian refugee to travel across Europe from Greece.
6.36am GMT06:366.36am GMT06:36
France will pause at noon on Monday (11am GMT; 10pm AEST; 6am ET) for a minute of silence to remember the victims of the attack.France will pause at noon on Monday (11am GMT; 10pm AEST; 6am ET) for a minute of silence to remember the victims of the attack.
The latest death toll stands as 129, of whom 103 have so far been identified. More than 350 are injured.The latest death toll stands as 129, of whom 103 have so far been identified. More than 350 are injured.
Vigils have taken place around the world as people pay tribute to the victims.Vigils have taken place around the world as people pay tribute to the victims.
6.30am GMT06:306.30am GMT06:30
Kim WillsherKim Willsher
My colleague Kim Willsher in Paris has more on the overnight raids:My colleague Kim Willsher in Paris has more on the overnight raids:
French police and gendarmes carried out a series of raids across the country overnight. From early reports it appears most were part of a general “preventative” anti-terrorist swoop as part of the country’s state of emergency and not directly linked to the search for the perpetrators of the Paris attacks.French police and gendarmes carried out a series of raids across the country overnight. From early reports it appears most were part of a general “preventative” anti-terrorist swoop as part of the country’s state of emergency and not directly linked to the search for the perpetrators of the Paris attacks.
The decree made by the French council of ministers at an emergency meeting after the Paris attacks, relating to the first paragraph of the 1955 law on a “state of emergency”, which gives the authorities extraordinary powers to order home searches “day or night”.The decree made by the French council of ministers at an emergency meeting after the Paris attacks, relating to the first paragraph of the 1955 law on a “state of emergency”, which gives the authorities extraordinary powers to order home searches “day or night”.
In Toulouse, French media reported a “preventative operation” in and around the area that was home to Mohamed Merah, known as the “ride-by killer” who gunned down several soldiers, then attacked children at a Jewish school, murdering a a total of seven people over several days before dying in a police shoot-out in 2012.In Toulouse, French media reported a “preventative operation” in and around the area that was home to Mohamed Merah, known as the “ride-by killer” who gunned down several soldiers, then attacked children at a Jewish school, murdering a a total of seven people over several days before dying in a police shoot-out in 2012.
At least three people have been taken into police custody. Reports say these were “administrative searches” on properties as part of a general anti-terrorist operation and not part of the Paris attack investigation. Police seized “illegal substances” including cannabis, and one weapon.At least three people have been taken into police custody. Reports say these were “administrative searches” on properties as part of a general anti-terrorist operation and not part of the Paris attack investigation. Police seized “illegal substances” including cannabis, and one weapon.
In Grenoble and around, Le Dauphiné Libéré newspaper is reporting that units of gendarmes carried out an anti-terrorist operation at around 15 sites during which “more than half a dozen people were arrested and arms seized”. The paper said the operation, which lasted an hour, was part of a national swoop.In Grenoble and around, Le Dauphiné Libéré newspaper is reporting that units of gendarmes carried out an anti-terrorist operation at around 15 sites during which “more than half a dozen people were arrested and arms seized”. The paper said the operation, which lasted an hour, was part of a national swoop.
Another local newspaper in the north of France in the Pas de Calais region is reporting a raid at the town of Jeumont near the border with Belgium. Reports suggest gendarmes in “around 50 vans” swooped on the town, but it is not known whether the raid is directly linked to the Paris attacks, or being carried out as part of a general operation in France.Another local newspaper in the north of France in the Pas de Calais region is reporting a raid at the town of Jeumont near the border with Belgium. Reports suggest gendarmes in “around 50 vans” swooped on the town, but it is not known whether the raid is directly linked to the Paris attacks, or being carried out as part of a general operation in France.
There was another overnight operation by gendarmes at Bobigny a suburb of Paris. Again details are sketchy.There was another overnight operation by gendarmes at Bobigny a suburb of Paris. Again details are sketchy.
6.01am GMT06:016.01am GMT06:01
What we know so farWhat we know so far
Claire PhippsClaire Phipps
Anti-terrorism raids and the hunt for suspectsAnti-terrorism raids and the hunt for suspects
French airstrikes hit RaqqaFrench airstrikes hit Raqqa
Latest on the attacksLatest on the attacks
5.47am GMT05:475.47am GMT05:47
Agence France-Presse reports that the raids in Toulouse were not directly connected to the Paris attacks, but part of a broader anti-terrorism operation.Agence France-Presse reports that the raids in Toulouse were not directly connected to the Paris attacks, but part of a broader anti-terrorism operation.
It says at least three people were taken into custody in the early hours of Monday morning. The raid was centred on various locations in the district of Mirail, the former home of Mohamed Merah, the Islamic militant who in 2012 killed three Jewish children, a rabbi and three paratroopers in the city.It says at least three people were taken into custody in the early hours of Monday morning. The raid was centred on various locations in the district of Mirail, the former home of Mohamed Merah, the Islamic militant who in 2012 killed three Jewish children, a rabbi and three paratroopers in the city.
The raid was carried out under the state of emergency declared by president François Hollande in the wake of the Paris attacks.The raid was carried out under the state of emergency declared by president François Hollande in the wake of the Paris attacks.
Updated at 5.49am GMTUpdated at 5.49am GMT
5.31am GMT05:315.31am GMT05:31
France Info reports that the so-called “fiche S” (a police “S” file for radicalisation) on one of the attackers, Omar Ismael Mostefai, had been renewed just a month before the assault on Paris.France Info reports that the so-called “fiche S” (a police “S” file for radicalisation) on one of the attackers, Omar Ismael Mostefai, had been renewed just a month before the assault on Paris.
The fiche S is a register that does not require the monitoring of the names on it, but it is supposed to alert authorities to be vigilant to the threat of radicalism.The fiche S is a register that does not require the monitoring of the names on it, but it is supposed to alert authorities to be vigilant to the threat of radicalism.
France Info says Mostefai’s name was renewed on the list on 12 October.France Info says Mostefai’s name was renewed on the list on 12 October.
The S refers to the fact that this is a state security alert.The S refers to the fact that this is a state security alert.
The Kouachi brothers and Amedy Coulibaly, the gunmen in the January attacks on Charlie Hebdo and Hyper Cacher market, were also subject to fiche S.The Kouachi brothers and Amedy Coulibaly, the gunmen in the January attacks on Charlie Hebdo and Hyper Cacher market, were also subject to fiche S.
Updated at 5.33am GMTUpdated at 5.33am GMT
5.07am GMT05:075.07am GMT05:07
What we know about the anti-terrorism raidsWhat we know about the anti-terrorism raids
Information is still patchy but here is what we have gathered from French media reports:Information is still patchy but here is what we have gathered from French media reports:
Updated at 5.22am GMTUpdated at 5.22am GMT
4.49am GMT04:494.49am GMT04:49
The governor of Alabama has said he will resist any attempt to resettle Syrian refugees in his state, Buzzfeed reports.The governor of Alabama has said he will resist any attempt to resettle Syrian refugees in his state, Buzzfeed reports.
Governor Robert Bentley said in a statement on Sunday night:Governor Robert Bentley said in a statement on Sunday night:
After full consideration of this weekend’s attacks of terror on innocent citizens in Paris, I will oppose any attempt to relocate Syrian refugees to Alabama through the US refugee admissions program.After full consideration of this weekend’s attacks of terror on innocent citizens in Paris, I will oppose any attempt to relocate Syrian refugees to Alabama through the US refugee admissions program.
As your governor, I will not stand complicit to a policy that places the citizens of Alabama in harm’s way.As your governor, I will not stand complicit to a policy that places the citizens of Alabama in harm’s way.
President Barack Obama has previously called for the US to resettle at least 10,000 refugees fleeing Syria.President Barack Obama has previously called for the US to resettle at least 10,000 refugees fleeing Syria.
Bentley’s intervention followed a demand this weekend by Louisiana governor Bobby Jindal to the White House to know how many Syrian refugees had been housed in his state, information he said was essential “in hopes that the night of horror in Paris is not duplicated here”.Bentley’s intervention followed a demand this weekend by Louisiana governor Bobby Jindal to the White House to know how many Syrian refugees had been housed in his state, information he said was essential “in hopes that the night of horror in Paris is not duplicated here”.
The state department said the answer was 14.The state department said the answer was 14.
4.32am GMT04:324.32am GMT04:32
This map pinpoints the locations of several anti-terrorism raids reported to be taking place across France in the early hours of Monday morning.This map pinpoints the locations of several anti-terrorism raids reported to be taking place across France in the early hours of Monday morning.
French police are hunting Salah Abdeslam and others believed to have been involved in orchestrating the attacks on Paris on Friday.French police are hunting Salah Abdeslam and others believed to have been involved in orchestrating the attacks on Paris on Friday.
However, it is not certain that the raids are directly linked to the attacks on the capital.However, it is not certain that the raids are directly linked to the attacks on the capital.
Updated at 4.36am GMTUpdated at 4.36am GMT
4.29am GMT04:294.29am GMT04:29
French foreign minister: Raqqa airstrikes 'legitimate'French foreign minister: Raqqa airstrikes 'legitimate'
The French foreign minister Laurent Fabius says France had the “legitimacy” to take action against Islamic State after Friday’s terror attacks in Paris.The French foreign minister Laurent Fabius says France had the “legitimacy” to take action against Islamic State after Friday’s terror attacks in Paris.
Fabius, speaking on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Turkey late on Sunday, said the decision to conduct airstrikes in Raqqa against Islamic State targets was a “political” one and that France had to be “present and active” following Friday’s attacks.Fabius, speaking on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Turkey late on Sunday, said the decision to conduct airstrikes in Raqqa against Islamic State targets was a “political” one and that France had to be “present and active” following Friday’s attacks.
4.19am GMT04:194.19am GMT04:19
A local French media report from Grenoble says several arrests were made and weapons seized in raids that began around 1am local time.A local French media report from Grenoble says several arrests were made and weapons seized in raids that began around 1am local time.
I should point out that at this stage the Guardian is not able independently to verify these reports. We are working on doing so.I should point out that at this stage the Guardian is not able independently to verify these reports. We are working on doing so.
4.16am GMT04:164.16am GMT04:16
Toulouse, where raids are being carried out overnight, was the site of a terror attack in 2012, in which Islamic militant Mohamed Merah killed three Jewish children, a rabbi and three paratroopers.Toulouse, where raids are being carried out overnight, was the site of a terror attack in 2012, in which Islamic militant Mohamed Merah killed three Jewish children, a rabbi and three paratroopers.
Merah was killed in a shoot-out with police.Merah was killed in a shoot-out with police.
4.05am GMT04:054.05am GMT04:05
The forces involved in the raids are anti-terrorism units: RAID (Recherche Assistance Intervention Dissuasion) and GIPN (Groupes d’Intervention de la Police Nationale).The forces involved in the raids are anti-terrorism units: RAID (Recherche Assistance Intervention Dissuasion) and GIPN (Groupes d’Intervention de la Police Nationale).
Both are tactical units of the French national police force.Both are tactical units of the French national police force.
Updated at 4.07am GMTUpdated at 4.07am GMT
4.00am GMT04:004.00am GMT04:00
Further reports are coming in of police operations in Jeumont, an area close to the French border with Belgium; it’s north of Calais, so it’s unclear whether this is in fact the raid reported to be taking place there.Further reports are coming in of police operations in Jeumont, an area close to the French border with Belgium; it’s north of Calais, so it’s unclear whether this is in fact the raid reported to be taking place there.
L’Observateur le Sambre reports that 20 vehicles were involved in raids in Jeumont, closing off streets around rue du docteur Laennec, where a building was being searched.L’Observateur le Sambre reports that 20 vehicles were involved in raids in Jeumont, closing off streets around rue du docteur Laennec, where a building was being searched.
3.53am GMT03:533.53am GMT03:53
The Parisian suburb of Bobigny has also been raided overnight, with several homes searched, reports from France suggest.The Parisian suburb of Bobigny has also been raided overnight, with several homes searched, reports from France suggest.
3.48am GMT03:483.48am GMT03:48
France’s iTélé reports that at least three people have been taken into custody in the Toulouse raids:France’s iTélé reports that at least three people have been taken into custody in the Toulouse raids:
#Toulouse > Au moins 3 personnes ont été placées en garde à vue après perquisition conduite dans le cadre de la lutte antiterroriste#Toulouse > Au moins 3 personnes ont été placées en garde à vue après perquisition conduite dans le cadre de la lutte antiterroriste
3.45am GMT03:453.45am GMT03:45
Information about the raids is patchy, but this appears to show police vehicles involved in an operation in Toulouse in the early hours on Monday morning:Information about the raids is patchy, but this appears to show police vehicles involved in an operation in Toulouse in the early hours on Monday morning:
Opération anti-islamistes à #Toulouse. Plus d'infos en accès libre dès que possible https://t.co/00hia9pkLE pic.twitter.com/xB1Scf2N6COpération anti-islamistes à #Toulouse. Plus d'infos en accès libre dès que possible https://t.co/00hia9pkLE pic.twitter.com/xB1Scf2N6C
3.38am GMT03:383.38am GMT03:38
'Anti-terrorism raids taking place across France''Anti-terrorism raids taking place across France'
We are hearing reports that coordinated raids are taking place across France by anti-terrorism forces.We are hearing reports that coordinated raids are taking place across France by anti-terrorism forces.
Raids are reported to be taking place in:Raids are reported to be taking place in:
Raids are reported as well as in at least one suburb of Paris.Raids are reported as well as in at least one suburb of Paris.
I’ll have more details here as they come in.I’ll have more details here as they come in.
Updated at 3.47am GMTUpdated at 3.47am GMT
3.29am GMT03:293.29am GMT03:29
With 103 of the 129 dead now identified, each hour brings more names of those who were lost in the attacks.With 103 of the 129 dead now identified, each hour brings more names of those who were lost in the attacks.
Marie Lausch, 23, and Mathias Dymarski, 22, both from France, were killed at the Bataclan, according to a friend.Marie Lausch, 23, and Mathias Dymarski, 22, both from France, were killed at the Bataclan, according to a friend.
La recherche est terminée, je n'ai plus de mots, que des larmes. Marie et Mathias nous ont quitté tous les deux. pic.twitter.com/futx8GIROVLa recherche est terminée, je n'ai plus de mots, que des larmes. Marie et Mathias nous ont quitté tous les deux. pic.twitter.com/futx8GIROV
Clara Regigny initially posted on Twitter under the #rechercheParis hashtag, looking for information on her friends.Clara Regigny initially posted on Twitter under the #rechercheParis hashtag, looking for information on her friends.
About eight hours later she tweeted: “The search is over, I have no words, only tears. Marie and Mathias have both left us,” she said.About eight hours later she tweeted: “The search is over, I have no words, only tears. Marie and Mathias have both left us,” she said.
Our latest report on the victims is here:Our latest report on the victims is here:
Related: Architect, student, engineer and critic among identified Paris attack victimsRelated: Architect, student, engineer and critic among identified Paris attack victims
3.11am GMT03:113.11am GMT03:11
In the hours after the attacks in Paris, French police did in fact stop Salah Abdeslam and two other men close to the border with Belgium – but then allowed them to go on their way.In the hours after the attacks in Paris, French police did in fact stop Salah Abdeslam and two other men close to the border with Belgium – but then allowed them to go on their way.
Abdeslam and two men he was travelling with in a Volkswagen Golf were pulled over by police in a routine check near the French-Belgian border early on Saturday morning, police said.Abdeslam and two men he was travelling with in a Volkswagen Golf were pulled over by police in a routine check near the French-Belgian border early on Saturday morning, police said.
They were allowed to continue their journey because their names were not yet on any wanted list.They were allowed to continue their journey because their names were not yet on any wanted list.
It later emerged that Salah Abdeslam was the man who rented a Belgian-registered VW Polo that was parked outside the Bataclan concert hall where 89 people died.It later emerged that Salah Abdeslam was the man who rented a Belgian-registered VW Polo that was parked outside the Bataclan concert hall where 89 people died.
It also transpired that one of his brothers, Ibrahim Abdeslam, also reported as Brahim Abdeslam, 31, blew himself up in the attack at the Comptoir Voltaire. Another Abdeslam brother, as yet unnamed by authorities, has been arrested in Belgium.It also transpired that one of his brothers, Ibrahim Abdeslam, also reported as Brahim Abdeslam, 31, blew himself up in the attack at the Comptoir Voltaire. Another Abdeslam brother, as yet unnamed by authorities, has been arrested in Belgium.
Salah Abdeslam remains on the run, and described by police as dangerous.Salah Abdeslam remains on the run, and described by police as dangerous.
3.05am GMT03:053.05am GMT03:05
Martin FarrerMartin Farrer
Stock markets in Asia Pacific have recovered after falling sharply at the beginning of trading on Monday, in what looks set to be a wobbly day on the world’s financial markets in the wake of the Paris attacks.Stock markets in Asia Pacific have recovered after falling sharply at the beginning of trading on Monday, in what looks set to be a wobbly day on the world’s financial markets in the wake of the Paris attacks.
The Nikkei in Japan was off just 1% at 19,430 points at 1.30pm AEST after suffering a steeper fall at the opening on news that the country has entered a recession for the fifth time in seven years.The Nikkei in Japan was off just 1% at 19,430 points at 1.30pm AEST after suffering a steeper fall at the opening on news that the country has entered a recession for the fifth time in seven years.
The impact of the poor figures on the market was tempered by the expectation that Shinzo Abe’s government will be forced to launch yet more stimulus measures.The impact of the poor figures on the market was tempered by the expectation that Shinzo Abe’s government will be forced to launch yet more stimulus measures.
The ASX/S&P200 benchmark index in Australia has also recovered from earlier losses to 5,006, a fall of 0.88% on the day.The ASX/S&P200 benchmark index in Australia has also recovered from earlier losses to 5,006, a fall of 0.88% on the day.
The Hang Seng in Hong Kong is down 1.51%; Kospi in Korea is down 0.9%; and Shanghai Composite is down 0.65%.The Hang Seng in Hong Kong is down 1.51%; Kospi in Korea is down 0.9%; and Shanghai Composite is down 0.65%.
The euro is still in the doldrums after being sold off heavily in early trading. It has shed 0.5% at a six-month low against the US dollar of $1.071.The euro is still in the doldrums after being sold off heavily in early trading. It has shed 0.5% at a six-month low against the US dollar of $1.071.
2.51am GMT02:512.51am GMT02:51
The attackersThe attackers
Working out who the attackers were, and amassing information about their lives and backgrounds, continues to be a painstaking exercise for investigators.Working out who the attackers were, and amassing information about their lives and backgrounds, continues to be a painstaking exercise for investigators.
Here is what we know about the seven terrorists who died – and other suspects who might be connected to the attacks:Here is what we know about the seven terrorists who died – and other suspects who might be connected to the attacks:
The Bataclan attackersThe Bataclan attackers
Three attackers are known to have died when French security forces raided the concert venue: two by detonating suicide belts and one who police said was shot by their officers.Three attackers are known to have died when French security forces raided the concert venue: two by detonating suicide belts and one who police said was shot by their officers.
One of the suicide bombers was Omar Ismaïl Mostefai, identified by prints taken from a severed finger. You can read more on Mostefai here.One of the suicide bombers was Omar Ismaïl Mostefai, identified by prints taken from a severed finger. You can read more on Mostefai here.
The identity of his two accomplices is not yet known.The identity of his two accomplices is not yet known.
Boulevard Voltaire attackerBoulevard Voltaire attacker
Ibrahim Abdeslam, also reported as Brahim Abdeslam, 31, one of three brothers believed to be involved, was identified by prosecutors as the man who rented a Seat car used in the attacks. He detonated his explosive vest at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe, seriously injuring a bystander and killing himself.Ibrahim Abdeslam, also reported as Brahim Abdeslam, 31, one of three brothers believed to be involved, was identified by prosecutors as the man who rented a Seat car used in the attacks. He detonated his explosive vest at the Comptoir Voltaire cafe, seriously injuring a bystander and killing himself.
The Stade de France attackersThe Stade de France attackers
Three suicide attackers died at this site by detonating explosive vests. One was Bilal Hadfi, 20, who lived in Belgium.Three suicide attackers died at this site by detonating explosive vests. One was Bilal Hadfi, 20, who lived in Belgium.
A Syrian passport for a 25-year-old called Ahmed Almohamed was found here. It was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros in October, but authorities have not confirmed whether that man’s fingerprints match any of the attackers’ remains.A Syrian passport for a 25-year-old called Ahmed Almohamed was found here. It was registered by a refugee who landed on the Greek island of Leros in October, but authorities have not confirmed whether that man’s fingerprints match any of the attackers’ remains.
We do not yet have information on the third attacker at the stadium.We do not yet have information on the third attacker at the stadium.
Suspect on the runSuspect on the run
Police have put out an international alert and arrest warrant for 26-year-old Salah Abdeslam, brother of one of the attackers who died. Salah Abdeslam is thought to have rented the black Volkswagen Polo used by the group that attacked the Bataclan. He was born and lived in Belgium but is a French national.Police have put out an international alert and arrest warrant for 26-year-old Salah Abdeslam, brother of one of the attackers who died. Salah Abdeslam is thought to have rented the black Volkswagen Polo used by the group that attacked the Bataclan. He was born and lived in Belgium but is a French national.
Police say he should be considered dangerous and should not be approached.Police say he should be considered dangerous and should not be approached.
The arrestedThe arrested
A third Abdeslam brother, who has not been named, is believed to have been among seven people arrested on Saturday in the Molenbeek-Saint-Jean district of Brussels, suspected of being connected to the attacks.A third Abdeslam brother, who has not been named, is believed to have been among seven people arrested on Saturday in the Molenbeek-Saint-Jean district of Brussels, suspected of being connected to the attacks.
Mostefai’s brother, father and sister-in-law, along with a number of other family members, are still being questioned by police.Mostefai’s brother, father and sister-in-law, along with a number of other family members, are still being questioned by police.
2.37am GMT02:372.37am GMT02:37
Islamic State has reportedly said that there were no casualties in Raqqa after the bombardment by French and US air forces on Sunday night.Islamic State has reportedly said that there were no casualties in Raqqa after the bombardment by French and US air forces on Sunday night.
It said the targets hit by the 20 bombs were “abandoned sites”.It said the targets hit by the 20 bombs were “abandoned sites”.
It is not possible to verify this account. The French defence ministry earlier said its targets – an Isis command post, jihadist recruitment centre, a depot for arms and ammunition, and a terrorist training camp – were destroyed.It is not possible to verify this account. The French defence ministry earlier said its targets – an Isis command post, jihadist recruitment centre, a depot for arms and ammunition, and a terrorist training camp – were destroyed.
2.03am GMT02:032.03am GMT02:03
What we know so farWhat we know so far
Claire PhippsClaire Phipps
Here is a summary of the latest key developments in the aftermath of the attacks on Paris:Here is a summary of the latest key developments in the aftermath of the attacks on Paris:
Updated at 2.04am GMTUpdated at 2.04am GMT
1.42am GMT01:421.42am GMT01:42
The front pages of Monday’s newspapers in France reflect the sombre mood across the country. Most would have gone to press before news broke of the airstrikes in Raqqa.The front pages of Monday’s newspapers in France reflect the sombre mood across the country. Most would have gone to press before news broke of the airstrikes in Raqqa.
LIBÉRATION: Génération Bataclan #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/aIaMkXq3MyLIBÉRATION: Génération Bataclan #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/aIaMkXq3My
20 MINUTES: Pourquoi? Why? #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/r7fJolgdqy20 MINUTES: Pourquoi? Why? #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/r7fJolgdqy
LES ECHOS: Dans La Guerre #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/ryFvFrS92NLES ECHOS: Dans La Guerre #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/ryFvFrS92N
L'OBS: Numéro special - 13/11/15 #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/633P5yFhkyL'OBS: Numéro special - 13/11/15 #tomorrowspaperstoday #bbcpapers pic.twitter.com/633P5yFhky
1.27am GMT01:271.27am GMT01:27
Parisians continue to hold vigils around the capital, even as night falls.Parisians continue to hold vigils around the capital, even as night falls.
My colleagues Luke Harding and Kim Willsher spoke to some of them.My colleagues Luke Harding and Kim Willsher spoke to some of them.
Outside the Casa Nostra pizzeria, a crowd gathered for the first time after police took away a cordon. The restaurant had been unusually empty the night before, with just a couple of customers at tables and a few more drinking outside. Its Tunisian cook, Ammar Bensalem, was in the back kitchen with his friend Fatih. And then the shooting started: sudden bursts of automatic fire.Outside the Casa Nostra pizzeria, a crowd gathered for the first time after police took away a cordon. The restaurant had been unusually empty the night before, with just a couple of customers at tables and a few more drinking outside. Its Tunisian cook, Ammar Bensalem, was in the back kitchen with his friend Fatih. And then the shooting started: sudden bursts of automatic fire.
“I heard shots. We hid in the kitchen. Eight people joined us,” Bensalem said on Sunday, outside his workplace of two years. He said he emerged to find carnage: a woman alive but bleeding profusely from the arm, broken glass, police. Five people had been shot dead immediately in front of the restaurant. Medics had taken them away.“I heard shots. We hid in the kitchen. Eight people joined us,” Bensalem said on Sunday, outside his workplace of two years. He said he emerged to find carnage: a woman alive but bleeding profusely from the arm, broken glass, police. Five people had been shot dead immediately in front of the restaurant. Medics had taken them away.
Beneath its menu sign – “Pizza, Pasta, Salad” – rivulets of blood were still visible.Beneath its menu sign – “Pizza, Pasta, Salad” – rivulets of blood were still visible.
1am and still large crowd, silent at Belle Equipe. Sweet smell of candles. Paris too warm for Nov. It's all wrong. pic.twitter.com/JhvffYxdvR1am and still large crowd, silent at Belle Equipe. Sweet smell of candles. Paris too warm for Nov. It's all wrong. pic.twitter.com/JhvffYxdvR
As fear receded, some families emerged defiantly with children. “This time it’s too much. I don’t want to leave this kind of world to my kids,” Sophie DuPont said, speaking outside La Belle Equipe restaurant in the rue de Charonne, where 18 people were murdered. She was with her baby daughter and four-year-old. She added: “If we have to fight, we will fight, just as our grandfathers did.”As fear receded, some families emerged defiantly with children. “This time it’s too much. I don’t want to leave this kind of world to my kids,” Sophie DuPont said, speaking outside La Belle Equipe restaurant in the rue de Charonne, where 18 people were murdered. She was with her baby daughter and four-year-old. She added: “If we have to fight, we will fight, just as our grandfathers did.”
Around them, people were laying flowers and candles. Two bullets hit the neighbouring sushi bar; someone had threaded flowers through the holes. There were messages. Most were positive: “Peace, love, unity for my beautiful street”, “Dear Freedom” and “I am Paris” written on three tubs of crocuses. A few were angry: “Death to illiterate barbarians.”Around them, people were laying flowers and candles. Two bullets hit the neighbouring sushi bar; someone had threaded flowers through the holes. There were messages. Most were positive: “Peace, love, unity for my beautiful street”, “Dear Freedom” and “I am Paris” written on three tubs of crocuses. A few were angry: “Death to illiterate barbarians.”
And: “We won’t allow you to make this world rotten.”And: “We won’t allow you to make this world rotten.”
Related: Parisians reclaim their streets as survivors recall terror of massacreRelated: Parisians reclaim their streets as survivors recall terror of massacre
1.14am GMT01:141.14am GMT01:14
My colleague Emma Graham-Harrison has been delving into the story of the passport found near the body of the one of the Paris suicide bombers – was it the passport of a Syrian refugee, or someone purporting to be one?My colleague Emma Graham-Harrison has been delving into the story of the passport found near the body of the one of the Paris suicide bombers – was it the passport of a Syrian refugee, or someone purporting to be one?
The discovery raised as many questions as it answered, because it was unclear whether the passport was real or fake and whether the bomber had used it to get to Paris himself or acquired it illegally from someone else.The discovery raised as many questions as it answered, because it was unclear whether the passport was real or fake and whether the bomber had used it to get to Paris himself or acquired it illegally from someone else.
On 3 October, a man using the name Ahmed Almohamed arrived on the small Greek island of Leros and registered as a refugee with the Syrian passport.On 3 October, a man using the name Ahmed Almohamed arrived on the small Greek island of Leros and registered as a refugee with the Syrian passport.
The traveller apparently crossed to a neighbouring island and there boarded a ferry to Athens on 5 October, buying a ticket together with one other man, travel receipts published by the Greek newspaper Protothema show.The traveller apparently crossed to a neighbouring island and there boarded a ferry to Athens on 5 October, buying a ticket together with one other man, travel receipts published by the Greek newspaper Protothema show.
Within two days he had apparently passed through northern Greece to Macedonia and reached the border crossing with Serbia …Within two days he had apparently passed through northern Greece to Macedonia and reached the border crossing with Serbia …
French authorities have yet to say whether they have managed to match fingerprints to those registered along with the passport in Greece. Even if that link were eventually made, it would not confirm either the man’s identity or nationality, as there is a thriving trade in fake or altered Syrian passports.French authorities have yet to say whether they have managed to match fingerprints to those registered along with the passport in Greece. Even if that link were eventually made, it would not confirm either the man’s identity or nationality, as there is a thriving trade in fake or altered Syrian passports.
Syrians have also reported losing their documents in muggings or scams during the arduous trek across Europe, so the passport could potentially have arrived in Greece with one man and in Paris with another.Syrians have also reported losing their documents in muggings or scams during the arduous trek across Europe, so the passport could potentially have arrived in Greece with one man and in Paris with another.
Fingerprints stored in the registration network by European countries trying to monitor the flow of migrants and refugees may hold the clue to confirming who was travelling on the passport as it was brought westwards.Fingerprints stored in the registration network by European countries trying to monitor the flow of migrants and refugees may hold the clue to confirming who was travelling on the passport as it was brought westwards.
The Guardian’s migration correspondent, Patrick Kingsley, has more here on the complicated story of Syrian passports:The Guardian’s migration correspondent, Patrick Kingsley, has more here on the complicated story of Syrian passports:
Related: Why Syrian refugee passport found at Paris attack scene must be treated with cautionRelated: Why Syrian refugee passport found at Paris attack scene must be treated with caution
12.54am GMT00:5412.54am GMT00:54
This new video shows French fighter jets taking off from Jordan to carry out the raids on Raqqa.This new video shows French fighter jets taking off from Jordan to carry out the raids on Raqqa.
Ten jets dropped a total of 20 bombs in the biggest French airstrike since the country extended its bombing campaign against Isis.Ten jets dropped a total of 20 bombs in the biggest French airstrike since the country extended its bombing campaign against Isis.
French fighter jets take off to carry out raid on Isis targets in Syria.French fighter jets take off to carry out raid on Isis targets in Syria.
Updated at 11.02am GMTUpdated at 11.02am GMT
12.49am GMT00:4912.49am GMT00:49
French defence ministry statement on Raqqa strikesFrench defence ministry statement on Raqqa strikes
Here is the statement from the ministry on tonight’s assault on the Isis capital in Syria (with my own translation, apologies for any errors and please do alert me @Claire_Phipps if you spot any).Here is the statement from the ministry on tonight’s assault on the Isis capital in Syria (with my own translation, apologies for any errors and please do alert me @Claire_Phipps if you spot any).
Chammal is the name of the French military operation against Isis in Iraq.Chammal is the name of the French military operation against Isis in Iraq.
In FrenchIn French
Chammal : destruction de 2 camps d’entraînement en SyrieChammal : destruction de 2 camps d’entraînement en Syrie
Dimanche 15 novembre 2015 à 19H50 et 20H25, la force Chammal a frappé des infrastructures opérationnelles tenues par Daech à Raqqah en Syrie. Les 2 objectifs visés par les frappes ont été détruits.Dimanche 15 novembre 2015 à 19H50 et 20H25, la force Chammal a frappé des infrastructures opérationnelles tenues par Daech à Raqqah en Syrie. Les 2 objectifs visés par les frappes ont été détruits.
Le raid était constitué de 12 aéronefs français, dont 10 avions de chasse, qui ont été engagés simultanément à partir des Emirats arabes unis et de la Jordanie. 20 bombes ont été délivrées.Le raid était constitué de 12 aéronefs français, dont 10 avions de chasse, qui ont été engagés simultanément à partir des Emirats arabes unis et de la Jordanie. 20 bombes ont été délivrées.
Planifiée sur des sites préalablement identifiés lors des missions de reconnaissance réalisées par la France, cette opération a été conduite en coordination avec les forces américaines.Planifiée sur des sites préalablement identifiés lors des missions de reconnaissance réalisées par la France, cette opération a été conduite en coordination avec les forces américaines.
Le premier objectif détruit était utilisé par Daech comme poste de commandement, centre de recrutement djihadistes et dépôt d’armes et de munitions. Le deuxième objectif abritait un camp d’entraînement terroriste.Le premier objectif détruit était utilisé par Daech comme poste de commandement, centre de recrutement djihadistes et dépôt d’armes et de munitions. Le deuxième objectif abritait un camp d’entraînement terroriste.
In EnglishIn English
Operation Chammal: destruction of two training camps in SyriaOperation Chammal: destruction of two training camps in Syria
On Sunday 15 November 2015, at 7.50pm and 8.25pm, Operation Chammel hit infrastructure held by Daesh [Islamic State] in Raqqa, Syria. The two targets were destroyed.On Sunday 15 November 2015, at 7.50pm and 8.25pm, Operation Chammel hit infrastructure held by Daesh [Islamic State] in Raqqa, Syria. The two targets were destroyed.
The raid was made up of 12 French aircraft, 10 of which were fighter jets, which left simultaneously from the UAE and Jordan.The raid was made up of 12 French aircraft, 10 of which were fighter jets, which left simultaneously from the UAE and Jordan.
Twenty bombs were dropped.Twenty bombs were dropped.
Targeted on sites previously identified on reconnaissance missions by France, this operation was carried out in conjunction with US forces.Targeted on sites previously identified on reconnaissance missions by France, this operation was carried out in conjunction with US forces.
The first target destroyed was used by Daesh as a command post, a recruitment centre for jihadists, and a depot for arms and ammunition.The first target destroyed was used by Daesh as a command post, a recruitment centre for jihadists, and a depot for arms and ammunition.
The second target was a terrorist training camp.The second target was a terrorist training camp.
Updated at 12.59am GMTUpdated at 12.59am GMT
12.33am GMT00:3312.33am GMT00:33
Martin FarrerMartin Farrer
It is set to be a wobbly day on the world’s financial markets in the wake of the Paris attacks.It is set to be a wobbly day on the world’s financial markets in the wake of the Paris attacks.
The euro has dipped against the dollar in early trading in Asia and is currently down 0.6% at $1.0705. It was also weaker against the yen.The euro has dipped against the dollar in early trading in Asia and is currently down 0.6% at $1.0705. It was also weaker against the yen.
In the share market, Australia’s benchmark ASX/S&P200 index has already opened and is down 1.3%.In the share market, Australia’s benchmark ASX/S&P200 index has already opened and is down 1.3%.
Futures trading points to a sharp drop when trading starts in Japan and Korea.Futures trading points to a sharp drop when trading starts in Japan and Korea.
“Stocks that are angled towards consumer goods or tourism, notably the luxury industry with the Christmas season, could be affected,” IG France analyst Alexandre Baradez told Reuters.“Stocks that are angled towards consumer goods or tourism, notably the luxury industry with the Christmas season, could be affected,” IG France analyst Alexandre Baradez told Reuters.
“The January [Charlie Hebdo attacks] were different, they were more targeted. Here they were aiming at an entire population,” he added.“The January [Charlie Hebdo attacks] were different, they were more targeted. Here they were aiming at an entire population,” he added.
“There may also be a purely psychological effect that pushes investors to stay on the sidelines until more clarity emerges.”“There may also be a purely psychological effect that pushes investors to stay on the sidelines until more clarity emerges.”
12.27am GMT00:2712.27am GMT00:27
Raya JalabiRaya Jalabi
French daily Le Parisien has spoken to people at the Hyper Cacher market in Paris, which was targeted last January by Amedy Coulibaly, following the shooting at the offices of Charlie Hebdo.French daily Le Parisien has spoken to people at the Hyper Cacher market in Paris, which was targeted last January by Amedy Coulibaly, following the shooting at the offices of Charlie Hebdo.
Coulibaly held several people hostage and killed four. He was subsequently killed by police who raided the market.Coulibaly held several people hostage and killed four. He was subsequently killed by police who raided the market.
“Yes, of course, this revives things within us, says Edmond, 50, who came to do his shopping. Even if we try doing everything to live like before, because that’s the only way to move on. I was coming here before the attacks in January, and I’ve come back, naturally. As always, life carries on. It’s also true that we feel reassured to see security forces nearby…”“Yes, of course, this revives things within us, says Edmond, 50, who came to do his shopping. Even if we try doing everything to live like before, because that’s the only way to move on. I was coming here before the attacks in January, and I’ve come back, naturally. As always, life carries on. It’s also true that we feel reassured to see security forces nearby…”
With a basket under his arm, a young local was heading towards the market. “I lost one of my friends here, Yohan Cohen. Today, my thoughts are all jumbled, and I’m thinking about these other young people, dead and wounded, in Paris and Saint-Denis. We must live and resist.”With a basket under his arm, a young local was heading towards the market. “I lost one of my friends here, Yohan Cohen. Today, my thoughts are all jumbled, and I’m thinking about these other young people, dead and wounded, in Paris and Saint-Denis. We must live and resist.”
Coming from Nogent, a regular client, Victor, is no longer in the mood to resist. “The attacks in January here, we thought it was a nightmare of the past, but we are reliving exactly the same thing … Maybe it will awaken the spirit of the French.Coming from Nogent, a regular client, Victor, is no longer in the mood to resist. “The attacks in January here, we thought it was a nightmare of the past, but we are reliving exactly the same thing … Maybe it will awaken the spirit of the French.
“Yesterday, my wife and I decided that we were going to move. Go to Israel. Yes, over there, they live the same thing every day, but they are protected and are reacting.”“Yesterday, my wife and I decided that we were going to move. Go to Israel. Yes, over there, they live the same thing every day, but they are protected and are reacting.”
Read the full story here (in French).Read the full story here (in French).
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The attackers and the manhunt: latestThe attackers and the manhunt: latest
A number of the suspects have now been identified:A number of the suspects have now been identified:
Investigators earlier found three Kalashnikov automatic rifles and quantities of ammunition inside a second Belgian-registered car, a black Seat Leon, reportedly rented to one of the brothers and used in Friday’s attacks before being abandoned on a street in the eastern Paris suburb of Montreuil.Investigators earlier found three Kalashnikov automatic rifles and quantities of ammunition inside a second Belgian-registered car, a black Seat Leon, reportedly rented to one of the brothers and used in Friday’s attacks before being abandoned on a street in the eastern Paris suburb of Montreuil.
12.10am GMT00:1012.10am GMT00:10
So far, 103 bodies of those who died in the attacks on Paris have been identified.So far, 103 bodies of those who died in the attacks on Paris have been identified.
With the death toll currently standing at 129, this means 26 people have still not yet been named.With the death toll currently standing at 129, this means 26 people have still not yet been named.
French prime minister Manuel Valls said the remaining victims would be identified “in the coming hours”.French prime minister Manuel Valls said the remaining victims would be identified “in the coming hours”.
Speaking outside the Ecole Militaire where a centre has been set up for the victims’ families, Valls said:Speaking outside the Ecole Militaire where a centre has been set up for the victims’ families, Valls said:
These are not anonymous victims. They are lives, young people, who have been targeted while they spent a quiet evening in a café, or at a concert.These are not anonymous victims. They are lives, young people, who have been targeted while they spent a quiet evening in a café, or at a concert.
No psychologist, no volunteer, no doctor can console them [the families]. But we must help them with the process, with identifications, to accompany them … through all the administrative tasks.No psychologist, no volunteer, no doctor can console them [the families]. But we must help them with the process, with identifications, to accompany them … through all the administrative tasks.
11.59pm GMT23:5911.59pm GMT23:59
Raya JalabiRaya Jalabi
The state of emergency in France is expected to last three months, various government officials told the press on Sunday, with a vote to continue it due in 12 days’ time.The state of emergency in France is expected to last three months, various government officials told the press on Sunday, with a vote to continue it due in 12 days’ time.
Valls a confirmé aux parlementaires que l'Etat d'urgence sera prolongé pour trois mois. Donc avec un vote dans 12 jours.Valls a confirmé aux parlementaires que l'Etat d'urgence sera prolongé pour trois mois. Donc avec un vote dans 12 jours.
The state of emergency was first declared in France in 1961, at the height of the Algerian war. It was most recently used in 2005 during the three-week long riots which spread from the Paris suburbs across high-rise estates throughout France.The state of emergency was first declared in France in 1961, at the height of the Algerian war. It was most recently used in 2005 during the three-week long riots which spread from the Paris suburbs across high-rise estates throughout France.
Hollande’s declaration was a significant step for France, because of the law’s ugly origins. When the Algerian people rose up in October 1954 in its war for independence (the country had been a French colony), it was treated as a civil war by French authorities. This led to the creation of a law in 1955 to create a state of emergency. Most of the times it was used were during the seven years of that war.Hollande’s declaration was a significant step for France, because of the law’s ugly origins. When the Algerian people rose up in October 1954 in its war for independence (the country had been a French colony), it was treated as a civil war by French authorities. This led to the creation of a law in 1955 to create a state of emergency. Most of the times it was used were during the seven years of that war.
Some of the conditions of the current state of emergency:Some of the conditions of the current state of emergency:
11.48pm GMT23:4811.48pm GMT23:48
Why the attack on Raqqa now?Why the attack on Raqqa now?
The city is the de facto capital of Islamic State within Syria.The city is the de facto capital of Islamic State within Syria.
Various reports quote senior Iraqi officials saying that France and other countries had been warned on Thursday of an imminent attack.Various reports quote senior Iraqi officials saying that France and other countries had been warned on Thursday of an imminent attack.
Associated Press reports that an Iraqi intelligence dispatch had warned that Islamic State group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi had ordered his followers to immediately launch gun and bomb attacks and take hostages inside the countries of the coalition fighting them in Iraq and Syria.Associated Press reports that an Iraqi intelligence dispatch had warned that Islamic State group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi had ordered his followers to immediately launch gun and bomb attacks and take hostages inside the countries of the coalition fighting them in Iraq and Syria.
An important caveat: the Iraqi dispatch, which was obtained by the AP, provided no details on when or where the attack would take place, and a senior French security official told the AP that French intelligence gets these kinds of warnings “all the time” and “every day”.An important caveat: the Iraqi dispatch, which was obtained by the AP, provided no details on when or where the attack would take place, and a senior French security official told the AP that French intelligence gets these kinds of warnings “all the time” and “every day”.
However, Iraqi intelligence officials told the AP that they also warned France about specific details: among them, that the attackers were trained for this operation and sent back to France from Raqqa.However, Iraqi intelligence officials told the AP that they also warned France about specific details: among them, that the attackers were trained for this operation and sent back to France from Raqqa.
The officials also told AP that a sleeper cell in France met with the attackers after their training and helped them to execute the plan. There were 24 people involved in the operation, they said: 19 attackers and five others in charge of logistics and planning.The officials also told AP that a sleeper cell in France met with the attackers after their training and helped them to execute the plan. There were 24 people involved in the operation, they said: 19 attackers and five others in charge of logistics and planning.
None of these details have been corroborated by officials of France or other Western intelligence agencies. The Guardian is still working to verify them.None of these details have been corroborated by officials of France or other Western intelligence agencies. The Guardian is still working to verify them.
11.42pm GMT23:4211.42pm GMT23:42
'Nothing stood out' about Paris attacker Omar Ismail Mostefai'Nothing stood out' about Paris attacker Omar Ismail Mostefai
Angelique ChrisafisAngelique Chrisafis
The Guardian’s Angelique Chrisafis has visited Courcouronnes and Chartres, both previously home to Omar Ismail Mostefai, the first of the attackers to be identified, and sends this dispatch:The Guardian’s Angelique Chrisafis has visited Courcouronnes and Chartres, both previously home to Omar Ismail Mostefai, the first of the attackers to be identified, and sends this dispatch:
The beige, two-storey, housing association house in a quiet cul-de-sac in the French cathedral city of Chartres was as unremarkable as Omar Ismail Mostefai himself had seemed to neighbours when he lived there for several years until 2012.The beige, two-storey, housing association house in a quiet cul-de-sac in the French cathedral city of Chartres was as unremarkable as Omar Ismail Mostefai himself had seemed to neighbours when he lived there for several years until 2012.
“His wife didn’t work and they had a very young daughter, nothing stood out,” said the couple who lived opposite. “He was 25 at the time. He always wore trainers and a cap, he was tall, he had long hair and a short beard and didn’t dress in a religious way.“His wife didn’t work and they had a very young daughter, nothing stood out,” said the couple who lived opposite. “He was 25 at the time. He always wore trainers and a cap, he was tall, he had long hair and a short beard and didn’t dress in a religious way.
“He didn’t work regularly, he had temporary jobs. There didn’t seem to be anything odd. He didn’t have visits,” the woman said.“He didn’t work regularly, he had temporary jobs. There didn’t seem to be anything odd. He didn’t have visits,” the woman said.
Three years after his neighbours last saw him, Mostefai, 29, was one of three unmasked men who pulled up in a black Polo car in Paris on Friday night, and entered a rock gig at the Bataclan concert hall before opening fire on the crowd with Kalashnikovs.Three years after his neighbours last saw him, Mostefai, 29, was one of three unmasked men who pulled up in a black Polo car in Paris on Friday night, and entered a rock gig at the Bataclan concert hall before opening fire on the crowd with Kalashnikovs.
Terrified survivors spoke of utter “carnage”, in which the men shot at random and, when people threw themselves to the ground, turned their automatic weapons on them and kept firing. At least 89 people died there in the bloodiest of the coordinated attacks.Terrified survivors spoke of utter “carnage”, in which the men shot at random and, when people threw themselves to the ground, turned their automatic weapons on them and kept firing. At least 89 people died there in the bloodiest of the coordinated attacks.
Read the profile of Moustafai in full:Read the profile of Moustafai in full:
Related: 'Nothing stood out' about Paris attacker Omar Ismail MostefaiRelated: 'Nothing stood out' about Paris attacker Omar Ismail Mostefai
11.31pm GMT23:3111.31pm GMT23:31
Ian BlackIan Black
The Isis attacks in Paris have galvanised international efforts to end the war in Syria, with a new deadline set for negotiations between the warring parties and for a country-wide ceasefire, reports the Guardian’s Middle East editor, Ian Black.The Isis attacks in Paris have galvanised international efforts to end the war in Syria, with a new deadline set for negotiations between the warring parties and for a country-wide ceasefire, reports the Guardian’s Middle East editor, Ian Black.
There is still no sign of agreement, however, on the key question of the future of the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad.There is still no sign of agreement, however, on the key question of the future of the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad.
Assad blamed the Paris atrocities on what he called France’s mistaken policies when he met French MPs in Damascus on Saturday.Assad blamed the Paris atrocities on what he called France’s mistaken policies when he met French MPs in Damascus on Saturday.
“The question that is being asked throughout France today is, was France’s policy over the past five years the right one?” he said. “The answer is no.”“The question that is being asked throughout France today is, was France’s policy over the past five years the right one?” he said. “The answer is no.”
France has made clear it will continue to attack Isis and call for Assad’s departure.France has made clear it will continue to attack Isis and call for Assad’s departure.
Syrian opposition forces fear western countries will come to accept Assad’s argument that they should cooperate with him to fight the jihadis as the lesser evil. Assad’s position is that all those who have fought his government are terrorists.Syrian opposition forces fear western countries will come to accept Assad’s argument that they should cooperate with him to fight the jihadis as the lesser evil. Assad’s position is that all those who have fought his government are terrorists.
Russia and Iran, his staunchest allies, share his view, but Saudi Arabia, a key backer of Islamist rebels – though not of Isis – disagrees.Russia and Iran, his staunchest allies, share his view, but Saudi Arabia, a key backer of Islamist rebels – though not of Isis – disagrees.
Read the full analysis here:Read the full analysis here:
Related: Paris attacks galvanise international efforts to end Syria warRelated: Paris attacks galvanise international efforts to end Syria war
11.21pm GMT23:2111.21pm GMT23:21
We are getting more details of the strikes in Raqqa, which were undertaken by French air forces in conjunction with the US.We are getting more details of the strikes in Raqqa, which were undertaken by French air forces in conjunction with the US.
The operation struck a command centre, a recruitment centre for jihadists, a munitions depot, and a training camp for fighters, the French defence ministry said in a statement.The operation struck a command centre, a recruitment centre for jihadists, a munitions depot, and a training camp for fighters, the French defence ministry said in a statement.
The sites targeted had previously been identified on earlier reconnaissance flights, it said.The sites targeted had previously been identified on earlier reconnaissance flights, it said.
A defence official was quoted by Associated Press as saying the strikes were “massive” and had destroyed two jihadi sites in Raqqa.A defence official was quoted by Associated Press as saying the strikes were “massive” and had destroyed two jihadi sites in Raqqa.
The ministry statement added:The ministry statement added:
The first target destroyed was used by Daesh [Isis] as a command post, jihadist recruitment centre and arms and munitions depot. The second held a terrorist training camp.The first target destroyed was used by Daesh [Isis] as a command post, jihadist recruitment centre and arms and munitions depot. The second held a terrorist training camp.
11.13pm GMT23:1311.13pm GMT23:13
Opening summaryOpening summary
Claire PhippsClaire Phipps
Welcome to our continuing coverage of the aftermath of the attacks in Paris, as France launches its response to the Islamic State assault on its capital.Welcome to our continuing coverage of the aftermath of the attacks in Paris, as France launches its response to the Islamic State assault on its capital.
Here are the latest developments:Here are the latest developments: