In a significant escalation, French police have arrested a total of 11 suspects in connection with the brutal killing of 23-year-old far-right activist Quentin Deranque. This includes an assistant to a hard-left member of parliament, underscoring the deep political divisions in France. Prosecutor Thierry Dran confirmed that Deranque succumbed to severe brain injuries after being 'thrown to the ground and beaten by at least six individuals' during a violent confrontation at a protest in Lyon on February 12, 2026. The incident has shocked the nation and intensified tensions ahead of the upcoming municipal elections in March and the presidential race in 2027. The latest developments reveal that the arrests have further pressured the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party, as new reports confirm that two additional suspects were detained, bringing the total number of arrests to 11 (Euronews, BBC World).