Gérald Darmanin

French Interior Minister since 2020
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France steps up railroad security after sabotage amid 2024 Olympics

France steps up railroad security after sabotage amid 2024 Olympics

After the sabotage on the railroad, the French government and SNCF plan to strengthen the protection of the railroad network. They will increase the number of night checks and patrols, as well as the use of surveillance equipment.

News of the World •  • 20183 views
Far-left activist arrested in France after sabotage on railroad before Olympics

Far-left activist arrested in France after sabotage on railroad before Olympics

French police have detained a far-left activist suspected of sabotaging the rail network ahead of the Olympics. The incidents caused chaos on high-speed lines and caused millions of euros in damage.

News of the World •  • 18870 views
French Interior Minister received a letter with a plague virus

French Interior Minister received a letter with a plague virus

A suspicious letter with racial slurs and black powder addressed to the Minister of the Interior is found in France. Preliminary tests showed a slight positive for plague, and additional tests are underway.

Crimes and emergencies •  • 26750 views
No specific threats to Paris Olympics, about one million people have already been checked - French Interior Ministry

No specific threats to Paris Olympics, about one million people have already been checked - French Interior Ministry

The French Interior Ministry said there were no specific threats to the Olympic Games in Paris. About one million people have been checked, more than 4,000 potential participants are not allowed to participate in the Games.

News of the World •  • 21486 views
russian citizen detained in Paris for preparing to disrupt the Olympics

russian citizen detained in Paris for preparing to disrupt the Olympics

French authorities detain a russian suspected of preparing to disrupt the Olympic Games. The search revealed evidence of plans to destabilize the event, and an investigation was launched.

Crimes and emergencies •  • 22740 views
France restricts access of Russian journalists to the 2024 Olympics

France restricts access of Russian journalists to the 2024 Olympics

The French authorities have refused to allow some Russian journalists to cover the 2024 Olympic Games for security reasons. In total, 4340 people were denied, including less than a hundred potential spies.

Sports •  • 83496 views