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The Palace of Versailles in France is undergoing an evacuation on Saturday in response to a bomb threat, according to police sources cited by AFP..
This historic landmark, which is a popular tourist destination, is expected to remain closed for the remainder of the day...
In response to a recent school attack on Friday, where a former student suspected of Islamic radicalization killed a teacher and injured three others before being apprehended, the French government has heightened the threat alert level..
The palace is famous for its stunning architecture, meticulously landscaped gardens, and the Hall of Mirrors, which hosted the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919, marking the end of World War I..
Today, it remains a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major tourist attraction, allowing visitors to explore the history and splendour of the French monarchy...
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