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Petition to ban French right-wing TV channel clears 600,000 signatures after racist killing
Publication: France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines
Author: FRANCE 24
Source published: 02/11/2026, 16:53:34 UTC
Briefing created: 03/11/2026, 03:15:09 UTC
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Briefings
A petition to ban CNews, France's ultra-conservative right-wing television channel, received 600,000 signatures following a tragic shooting in France. The incident involved a 39-year-old shooter who killed a Congolese national and wounded seven others. CNews is owned by billionaire Vincent Bolloré and is accused of promoting far-right anti-immigrant views.
Key points
- A petition to ban CNews received 600,000 signatures after a Frenchman shot and killed a Congolese national and wounded seven others.
- The shooter is believed to have been an avid watcher of CNews, which is owned by ultra-conservative billionaire Vincent Bolloré.
Context
The petition was launched in response to a violent incident in France involving a shooter linked to CNews. CNews is owned by billionaire Vincent Bolloré and has been accused of promoting far-right anti-immigrant views.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to the petition's signature count and the shooter's alleged connection to CNews. The specific identity of the shooter remains unconfirmed, and the exact nature of the shooting's impact on the community is not detailed.
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