France's interior minister disclosed that about 1,000 people suspected of foreign interference have been blocked from attending the 2024 Olympics in Paris, among other security measures taken to ensure the safety of athletes and fans.
Key Points
1,000 individuals blocked due to suspected foreign interference
5,000 individuals blocked in total for various security concerns
35,000 police officers and 10,000 soldiers deployed for security
Pros
Thorough background checks conducted on 1 million individuals involved in the Olympics
Prevention of potential foreign interference in the Games
Deployment of 35,000 police officers and 10,000 soldiers for security
Cons
Concerns about cyberattacks and extremist threats
Criticism from rights campaigners regarding surveillance technology use