Tight Security in Paris for Memorial Service of Jean-Marie Le Pen

paris - A memorial service was held in the center of Paris for the right-wing nationalist politician Jean-Marie Le Pen who passed away at the age of 96 on January 7. Tight security measures were in place to prevent disruptions during the service.

A memorial service took place in Paris to honor Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of the Front National who led the party from 1972 to 2011. His daughter Marine succeeded him as the political leader, but later expelled him from the party for espousing radical-right views, renaming it Rassemblement National (RN).

Le Pen was privately buried on Saturday in his hometown of La Trinité-sur-Mer, Brittany. Extensive security measures were taken to prevent any disturbances by left-wing radicals during the funeral.

Reports indicate that a significant police presence was observed during Thursday's Catholic church service in Paris center, attended by hundreds including Le Pen's family, RN members, and other nationalist and right-wing figures to avoid any potential disruptions.