Michel Houellebecq, at 70, has reached: an investigation has been launched against him for incitement to discrimination, hatred, and violence

A French judge has launched an investigation against Michel Houellebecq for incitement to discrimination, hatred, and violence. This follows controversial remarks made by the author in a 2022 interview, where he described Muslims as a threat to 'indigenous' French people. Houellebecq has faced legal scrutiny before for his anti-Islam statements but was acquitted based on the right to criticize religions. Recently, he dismissed accusations of fascism regarding his views.