French authorities arrested a man plotting against the upcoming summer Olympics, just two days before the Opening Ceremony, highlighting the ongoing challenges in securing the Games. According to open source reporting, an 18 year-old man was arrested on July 23 in Gironde, a region in the southwestern portion of France, on suspicion of “planning a violent action against the Olympic Games.”
Law enforcement personnel remain on high alert, particularly ahead of Friday’s opening ceremony along the Seine River, the first to be held outside of a stadium. More than 40,000 police officers will be standing guard on Friday, with 35,000 personnel working every day during Olympic competitions. French officials continue to insist there are no credible threats against the Games, and they are ready for any upcoming security challenges. Tensions remain high in the city due to concerns over international crises in Ukraine and Gaza, cyber threats, the use of artificial intelligence to protect the games, and the recent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. The attempted assassination against Trump highlights the challenge of securing a large-scale event in a public setting.
Concentric is Here to Help
Concentric’s team of security experts will be keeping a close eye on the Games. We urge anyone attending the Olympics to maintain heightened situational awareness and take extra security precautions, particularly during large-scale events such as the Opening Ceremony. If you, your family, or your business interests need any support during the next few weeks as the Olympics progress, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our team is standing by to assist you with:
- Intelligence Support: Our team of dedicated analysts can author periodic updates and travel risk assessments to help you plan for, and monitor any developments during your travel for the Games.
- Security Operations: Executive protection agents can protect you, your business operations, and important events in Paris and the surrounding areas during the Olympics. We can also provide evacuation assistance if it becomes necessary.
- Cyber Protection. Eclipse by Concentric™ can remove unwanted personal identifiable information from tracking websites which can be used to target you, your family, and your staff, including as you plan upcoming business and travel ventures in Paris.