Man Arrested in Paris for Allegedly Planning Terror Attack on Louvre

French authorities have arrested a 27-year-old Tunisian national in Paris for allegedly planning a terrorist attack, with the Louvre Museum identified as a potential target. The judicial investigation was initiated after police stopped the suspect for driving with a forged license on April 28, leading to the discovery of incriminating evidence on his phone. Investigators found jihadist propaganda, images of weapons, ISIS-related imagery, and encrypted communications with overseas contacts linked to extremist networks. The suspect reportedly discussed access routes to the Louvre, explosive placement, and the production of ricin toxin. Additionally, officials stated that he was planning attacks against members of the Jewish community in Paris. The man, who entered Europe via Italy in 2022 and lacked residency status, was arrested on May 7 and placed in pre-trial detention. During questioning, he denied criminal intent, claiming his actions were driven by curiosity about ISIS ideology. The French Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's Office opened an investigation for terrorist association with the goal of committing crimes against individuals. This arrest highlights ongoing security concerns regarding radicalization and potential threats to major cultural landmarks and specific communities in France.