International

As the Paris Olympics unfold, France is tackling a series of sophisticated sabotage incidents that have severely disrupted critical infrastructure. Vandals targeted the nation’s telecommunications network, affecting over 11,000 customers and slicing through fiber optic cables in six regions. While Paris remained untouched, the southern regions hosting Olympic events saw significant disruptions. French Secretary of State for Digital Affairs Marina Ferrari condemned these attacks as “cowardly and irresponsible.” This telecommunications sabotage follows closely on the heels of arson attacks that paralyzed major railway lines, impacting approximately 800,000 travelers, including Olympic athletes. The rapid succession of these incidents has heightened security…