(ANSA) - PARIS, APRIL 02 - A man attempted to climb the railings that protect the presidential palace of the Elysée, in Paris, armed with a Molotov cocktail, according to sources cited by Le Figaro.
The attempt dates back to yesterday afternoon.
The individual attempted to climb the very high railings armed with a bottle containing liquid and a piece of cloth that had been set on fire. With him was a couple who took photos and videos of the scene. The three were arrested. The motive for the gesture is ignored. Sources cited by LeFigaro claim that the liquid in the bottle was not dangerous and that the man claimed to be an artist and had no intention of committing violence. (HANDLE).