French noble Louis XVIII Assassinated in Palace Shooting
Paris, France - In a stunning development that has rocked the French nation, Louis XVIII has
been fatally shot in an attack at the Royal Palace of Versailles. The 69-year-old was pronounced
dead at the scene, plunging France into a state of shock and mourning.
Palace sources report that the assassination occurred during the meeting in the Hall of Mirrors.
Witnesses describe hearing a series of gunshots around 9:30 PM, followed by chaos as royal
guards rushed to the scene. Despite immediate medical attention, he succumbed to his injuries
shortly after.
The Duc de Richelieu, serving as Prime Minister, addressed the nation in an emotional televised
statement: "It is with profound grief that we announce the death of Louis XVIII, victim of a
heinous act of violence. The perpetrators of this crime against our nation will be brought to
justice."
The assassination comes amid rising political tensions in France, with ongoing disputes between
royalist supporters and republican factions. The police have launched a massive investigation,
and borders have been temporarily closed to aid in the capture of the assailants.
As the country reels from this tragedy, questions about succession have arisen.
World leaders have begun to offer their condolences, with many expressing shock at this act of
political violence. The French government has declared a week of national mourning, with flags
to be flown at half-mast across the country.
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