The city of Paris fell silent Monday as people gathered to pay their respects with a minute of silence honoring the victims of Friday night’s terror attacks.
Many assembled at the Bataclan Theater, the scene of the highest number of casualties where three attackers massacred at least 89 people before blowing themselves up or being shot by police.
CNN spoke to some of those who attended the tribute in front of the music venue.
“I feel sad, but not surprised,” said Anthony Kenigsberg. “Daesh (another name for ISIS) threatened France, we knew this would happen eventually. I am proud of the French people, and especially of the Muslim community and how everyone stands united.
“Only this time, this unity must last, unlike after the Charlie Hebdo attacks. We are united in solidarity and tolerance.”
Sultana Malka said: “Even though I’ve tried to limit the news, my kids are traumatized. They don’t understand what is happening. Now we need to stand strong — the French must not be scared.”
“I feel tired and angry,” said Charlene. “I feel powerless. We work nearby, we are here every day and now there is this apocalyptic scene with all the press from around the world.”
“This is deja vu,” Myrtille said. “It’s just like what we saw after Charlie Hebdo.
“But this time, in one way or another, we are all victims since people miles away from Paris witnessed the Stade bombings on live TV.”
She added: “And honestly I don’t know if the military response is the right one.”