A Decade On: France Reflects on Charlie Hebdo Tragedy
France marks the 10th anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo attack, revisiting debates on press freedom amid ongoing Islamist violence. Commemorations include a ceremony led by President Macron and Mayor Hidalgo. Charlie Hebdo renews its commitment to satire despite criticism of Islamophobia, highlighting the ongoing struggle with self-censorship and freedom of expression.

France solemnly observed the 10th anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo attack on Tuesday, a tragic event that ignited a storm of Islamist militant violence and fueled an enduring debate on press freedom.
The assault on the satirical magazine by two masked gunmen linked to al Qaeda resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, marking a painful chapter in France's history. The incident united the nation under the banner 'Je Suis Charlie,' sparking intense dialogues around secularism and freedom of expression.
Leading the commemorations, President Emmanuel Macron and Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo attended a wreath-laying ceremony. Despite critical allegations of Islamophobia, Charlie Hebdo remains steadfast in its commitment to satire, asserting the value of free speech in a self-censoring climate.
(With inputs from agencies.)