An Indian man goes on trial in Paris on Monday, accused of running a neo-Nazi child exploitation ring. Prosecutors allege that the man coerces young girls into performing sexual acts online, and that victims are also pressured to engage in self-harm.

News reports describe the case as being heard behind closed doors. While outlets focus on different aspects of the alleged operation—such as the online nature of the abuse and the alleged coercion—both describe the same core allegations: organised exploitation linked to neo-Nazi ideology and harm to children.

The man’s alleged role is presented by prosecutors as a leadership position within the network. As the trial proceeds, the court is expected to hear evidence and arguments from both the prosecution and the defence regarding the accusations and the circumstances surrounding the alleged victims and online conduct.