A russian citizen was detained in Paris on suspicion of preparing to disrupt the Olympic Games. This was reported by CNN, according to UNN.
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French authorities have detained a russian citizen on suspicion of preparing to disrupt the Olympic Games. The local prosecutor's office reported that during a search of the man's residence, evidence of his plans to destabilize the event was found.
The preliminary investigation was launched on suspicion of "intelligence activities with a foreign state with the aim of provoking military action in France". The maximum penalty for this crime is 30 years in prison. Prosecutors have not disclosed details of the man's plans.
This week, the official opening ceremony of the Olympic Games will take place in the center of Paris. French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin said that about 4000 people, including citizens of russia and belarus, were denied permission to attend the Olympics-related events.