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Posted on February 18, 2026

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PARIS, Feb 18 (Reuters) - The headquarters of France's hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party have been evacuated after a bomb threat, LFI's national coordinator Manuel Bompard said on Wednesday. Police

Headquarters of France's hard-left party evacuated after bomb threat, lawmaker

Evacuation of France Unbowed Party Headquarters

PARIS, Feb 18 (Reuters) - The headquarters of France's hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party have been evacuated after a bomb threat, LFI's national coordinator Manuel Bompard said on Wednesday.

Details of the Bomb Threat

Police are currently attending the scene while party members and employees are safe, Bompard said in a post on X.

Response from Lawmaker Manuel Bompard

(Reporting by Gianluca Lo Nostro; Editing by Benoit Van Overstraeten)

Key Takeaways

  • France Unbowed party headquarters evacuated in Paris.
  • A bomb threat prompted the evacuation.
  • Lawmaker Manuel Bompard confirmed the incident.
  • Police are currently attending the scene.
  • All party members and employees are safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a bomb threat?
A bomb threat is a warning that an explosive device may be present in a specific location, prompting authorities to take precautionary measures to ensure safety.
What is an evacuation?
Evacuation is the process of moving people from a dangerous area to a safer location, often conducted by emergency services in response to threats like bomb threats.

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