New York Times: Terrorist Attacks in France, Tunisia and Kuwait Kill Dozens
BEIRUT, Lebanon — Terrorists attacked sites in France, Tunisia and Kuwait on Friday, leaving a bloody toll on three continents and prompting new concerns about the spreading influence of jihadists.
In France, attackers stormed an American-owned industrial chemical plant near Lyon, decapitated one person and tried unsuccessfully to blow up the factory.
In Tunisia, gunmen opened fire at a beach resort, killing at least 27 people, officials said. At least one of the attackers was killed by security forces.
MIDDLE EAST
Terror attacks: gunmen open fire on Tunisia tourist beach, Kuwait bomb attack, France attack – live updates.
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ASIA
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AFRICA
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EUROPE
France attack: Man decapitated at factory near Lyon.
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AMERICAS
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TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
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Attacks hit three continents amid fears of escalating Islamist violence.
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ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
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