As the Olympics approach, France gears up for its largest security operation ever

French President Emmanuel Macron and his government ministers are ensuring the public that the Paris Olympics will be safe. A massive security operation, involving 45,000 police officers and gendarmes, will be in place, with a new intelligence analysis center acting as a central hub for information. The opening ceremony will be held along the Seine, with unprecedented security measures due to the unique nature of the event. There have been about 50 terrorist attacks stopped since 2017, making security a top priority. Access to Olympic venues will be restricted, with strict credential checks and guards posted at checkpoints. The city of Paris will see a visible military presence, with security forces patrolling alongside police and the Gendarmerie. Background checks have been conducted on over a million people linked to the Games. Although there hasn’t been a known plot against the Olympics, authorities are taking no chances, with enhanced security measures in place to detect and prevent any threats. Airspace and underwater locations will also be closely monitored, with measures in place to detect and intercept drones. The overall goal is to be prepared for any scenario that may arise, ensuring the safety and security of the athletes and spectators at the Paris Olympics.

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