An anti-terrorism barrier, which is nearly four miles long, has been set up along the River Seine, just over a week before France's ambitious Olympics opening ceremony takes place.
Police and soldiers are descending on central Paris as security ramps up ahead of the Olympics' opening ceremony next week. With next Friday marking the official start of the 2024 Games, officers have put up an anti-terrorism barrier, which is nearly four miles long, along the banks of the River Seine.
Most of the restrictions along the Seine will be lifted once the ceremony is finished. France plans world-first ceremony In a break from tradition, France has opted to hold the Olympic opening ceremony on the Seine, with 10,500 athletes and 160 boats on display along a 6km route. It marks the first time the ceremony has been held outside a stadium, but authorities are on high alert over disruption and possible terror attacks.
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