Protesters hold portraits of far-right activist Quentin Deranque during a tribute march in Lyon on Feb. 21, 2026. (Olivier Chassignole/AFP via Getty)
The Associated Press reported that Deranque, described as a fervent nationalist, was beaten during clashes between far-left and far-right activists and later died of brain injuries sustained in the attack.
"Reports, corroborated by the French Minister of the Interior, that Quentin Deranque was killed by left-wing militants, should concern us all. Violent radical leftism is on the rise and its role in Quentin Deranque’s death demonstrates the threat it poses to public safety," the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Counterterrorism said in a Feb. 19 post on X. "We will continue to monitor the situation and expect to see the perpetrators of violence brought to justice."
The U.S. Embassy in France later shared the statement on its official account.
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French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot talks to media at the Europa building in Brussels, Belgium, on Feb. 23, 2026. (Thierry Monasse/Getty)
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Barrot said Kushner could regain access to French officials if he provides clarification to the ministry, stressing that the dispute would not alter broader relations between France and the United States.
He noted the two countries are preparing to mark the 250th anniversary of their historic alliance this year and expressed hope that cooperation would continue "in this spirit."
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