NEW DELHI: Israel's national anthem faced loud jeers ahead of their football match against Mali at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday night. The match, held at Parc des Princes stadium, was amidst tight security due to international tensions and safety concerns during the Games. Arriving under heavy police escort, the Israel team faced a hostile reception inside the stadium, although fan interactions outside remained mostly peaceful.
The security at Parc des Princes was notably tight. The Israel team arrived under substantial police escort, including motorbike riders and about a dozen riot police vans, as per an AP report. Armed officers patrolled the stadium, with one officer carrying a rifle over his shoulder. French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin and Paris police chief Laurent Nunez were also present, reflecting the high-security measures in place.
