10 Injured as Man Drives Into Pedestrians on French Island

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The Spin

Left narrative

A disturbed local man with a history of drug and alcohol abuse drove into pedestrians on a French island. While he shouted religious phrases during his arrest, authorities have not confirmed any terrorist motive and anti-terrorism prosecutors aren't involved. This appears to be another case of substance abuse and mental health issues leading to violence, not organized extremism.

The Independent

Right narrative

There is initial evidence that a terrorist deliberately drove into innocent people on a French island, indicating the dangerous spread of jihadist ideology across France. This attack exemplifies the "Jihad of Atmosphere" where online radicalization creates lone wolf terrorists who strike anywhere. Even peaceful holiday destinations are no longer safe from this growing extremist threat.

Spectator (UK)

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