Authorities Investigate Quentin Deranque's Death as Homicide Following Lyon Clashes
French authorities launched an intentional homicide investigation after 23-year-old nationalist activist Quentin Deranque died following violent clashes in Lyon.Laurent Nuñez and Marine Le Pen blamed far-left groups for the assault while Emmanuel Macron called for national calm before upcoming municipal elections.The fatal confrontation occurred near an event featuring Rima Hassan as hooded individuals allegedly linked to the group Jeune Garde attacked activists with metal bars.Jean-Luc Mélenchon denied that his party was responsible for the escalation as the government also navigated economic pressures and the 2026 budget.