France honors Mehdi Kessaci, victim of Marseille shooting
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Across France, thousands are expected to march in silence on Saturday to honor a 20-year-old man shot dead last week in the port city of Marseille. He was the brother of a well-known anti-drug crime activist.
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- Mehdi Kessaci's death has left his Marseille neighborhood shaken and united in support of his family.
- A march is being held at the roundabout where Kessaci, brother of an anti-drug activist, was shot. 16s
- Around 50 politicians are expected at the demonstration, with over 30 rallies announced nationwide. 35s
- Supporters argue collective action protects activists and makes them less vulnerable to targeting. 52s
- Drug violence is a major issue in Marseille, with 10% of last year's homicides linked to trafficking. 1m 3s