At least 18 people have been killed in several shootings in the French capital, Paris, as well as explosions at the Stade de France.
At least one man opened fire at a restaurant in the 11th district, causing several several casualties.
French media say at least 15 people have been killed near the Bataclan arts centre. A hostage taking is under way, with reports of up to 60 held.
Three explosions are also reported outside a bar near the Stade de France.
France were hosting Germany in a friendly and the match continued. It has now ended
Reports say French President Francois Hollande was watching the match and has been moved to safety.
Mr Hollande and Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve have gone to the interior ministry. Live: Follow the latest developments here.
A BBC journalist at the Petit Cambodge restaurant says he can see 10 people on the road either dead or seriously injured.
He says police have now arrived and sealed off the area.
Media captionGregory Domine said he heard "automatic gunshots"An eyewitness told Liberation he had heard more than 100 rounds being fired at a cafe in rue de Charonne. There are reports of up to six gunmen involved. Image caption Multiple gunshots were heard around the Petit Cambodge restaurant Are you in the area? Have you been affected by what has been happening? Do you have any information you can share? If it is safe to do so, you can get in touch by emailing haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.
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