The manifesto released by Islamic State militants claimed responsibility for the bloodshed in Paris at dawn on Saturday, November 14. The document, issued in French, reads:

“Eight brothers carrying explosive belts and guns targeted areas in the heart of the French capital that were specifically chosen in advance: the Stade de France during a match against Germany which that imbecile Francois Hollande was attending; the Bataclan where hundreds of idolaters were together in a party of perversity as well as other targets in the 10th, 11th and 18th arrondissement

France and those who follow its path must know that they remain the principle targets of the Islamic State.”

The release states that France is targeted because it “dared insult our Prophet, having bragged about fighting Islam in France and striking Muslims in the Caliphate with their planes which have not helped them in any way in the ill-smelling streets of Paris.” The document states that the “attack is just the start of a storm and a warning for those who wish to draw lessons.”