France's train network paralysed by coordinated attacks just before Olympics opening ceremony; Here's what we know
Paris Olympics kicked off, a series of coordinated vandalism acts severely disrupted France's high-speed rail network. The incidents, which involved deliberate arson attacks, specifically targeted essential installations on major rail lines connecting Paris with cities such as Lille, Bordeaux, and Strasbourg. The disruption has caused significant delays and cancellations of train services, greatly affecting passengers and athletes traveling for the international event. In response, SNCF, the state-owned railway operator, has urged travelers to postpone their journeys until further notice.
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The vandalism has surfaced amid France's implementation of extensive security measures for the Olympics, involving more than 45,000 police officers, 10,000 soldiers, and 2,000 private security agents. Despite these precautions, the attacks add complexity to the already challenging task of ensuring safety and smooth operations during the Games.
The disruption is extensive, with many trains being sent back to their points of departure. SNCF has begun repairs but has indicated that normal traffic may not resume until at least the end of the weekend. They have diverted trains to different tracks, but several routes have been outright canceled. «The repairs are ongoing, but traffic is expected to be severely disrupted until at least the end of the weekend,» SNCF noted.
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