Alice Cordier, the president of the feminist and nationalist group Némésis, has spoken out regarding the violent incident involving a young activist named Quentin D. who died after being assaulted during a protest in Lyon. The attack occurred on February 14, during a demonstration against the presence of MEP Rima Hassan at a conference held at an academic institution. Cordier claims that such violence should be classified as terrorism, as recognized by several countries, highlighting the gravity of the situation.

During the protest, Cordier and her group asserted that academic institutions like Sciences Po need to maintain neutrality, positioning their demonstration against Hassan's political rhetoric. There were reports of aggressive confrontations between the antifascist militants and the members of Némésis, suggesting a deeply polarized and potentially dangerous political climate. The incident has raised questions about political rhetoric and the conduct of politicians in Rwanda and their potential influence on violence in the streets.

Cordier's remarks, made in an interview with Le Figaro, point to a concerning trend where elected officials are seen as contributing to a culture of violence by inflaming tensions between rival political factions. The tragic death of Quentin D. has sparked a broader debate about the implications of political activism in France and the responsibilities of leaders in curbing violence associated with such movements, with calls for accountability growing louder amidst the ongoing unrest.