An 18-year-old French man has been charged with terrorism after allegedly planning knife attacks on women, marking France’s first terrorism case linked to the incel movement, media outlets report, citing the National Anti-Terrorist Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT).
The ‘incel’ movement, short for ‘involuntary celibate’, is an online subculture known for its misogynistic beliefs. It is made up largely of men who express resentment over their lack of romantic or sexual relationships, often blaming women and feminist ideals for their frustrations.
Some adherents have praised or committed acts of violence, typically targeting women they perceive as attractive or sexually active. The authorities in several countries have linked the ideology to a growing number of violent incidents.
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