Paris Police Arrest Teenager After Ukrainian Woman Raped Near Eiffel Tower

A 32-year-old Ukrainian woman was raped near the Eiffel Tower in Paris late at night when a man forcibly dragged her behind bushes in the Champ de Mars park. The suspect, who claimed to be a 17-year-old Libyan and was reportedly intoxicated, was immediately arrested by a nearby police patrol. His identity and age are still being verified, as he had no identification documents and the victim's testimony requires reconfirmation due to language barriers and intoxication. This incident adds to a series of sexual assaults reported in the area, including attacks on a Mexican tourist and a British police officer in 2023, raising ongoing safety concerns among local officials and residents. Despite the installation of over 100 surveillance cameras and increased police presence, critics argue that security measures have been insufficient to prevent repeated attacks. The case has sparked calls for stronger protection and enhanced security in one of Paris's most visited and iconic locations.