French novelist indicted in Paris over alleged hate speech aimed at Muslims

Noted French novelist Michel Houellebecq was indicted this week on hate speech charges in Paris, with a judge accusing the 70-year-old writer of "complicity in incitement to discrimination, hatred or violence" aimed at Muslims.

French novelist indicted in Paris over alleged hate speech aimed at Muslims

TL;DR

  • Michel Houellebecq indicted in Paris.
  • Charges are related to hate speech.
  • Accused of complicity in incitement to discrimination, hatred, or violence.
  • Allegations are aimed at Muslims.