– This is a massive attack on a large scale meant to paralyze the TGV network, says operator SCNF to the AFP news agency. Among other things, there will be talk of fire attacks. – Fires were started to damage our installations, says the operator to Reuters. The operator says many departures will be canceled and that the situation will last through the weekend until the damage is repaired. It is the Atlantic, Northern and Eastern lines that have been affected. French Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra condemns the vandalism. – It is completely terrible. Attacking the Games is attacking France, says the minister to French BFMTV, referring to the Olympic Games. Friday is the start of the Olympics in Paris. The opening ceremony will be held on the river Seine, which runs through the city. Large crowds are expected in the French capital. Published 26/07/2024, at 09.02 Updated 26.07.2024, at 09.08
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