France investigates alleged attack on Bank of America

French authorities are investigating a thwarted attack on Bank of America’s Paris headquarters after police arrested a suspect attempting to ignite an explosive device outside the building. The suspect was detained early Saturday with a device containing a liquid and an explosive charge. A second individual fled the scene, and authorities are examining potential links to a broader terrorist network. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez emphasized the high level of vigilance among security forces amid rising tensions related to the US-Israeli conflict in the Middle East.

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