2024 Paris Olympics Security Measures

SOURCE apnews.com
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