France has heightened security measures for Bastille Day and the World Cup semifinal, deploying 70,000 security personnel across the country to protect public events, Le Figaro reported.
Security Deployment and Vigilance
French interior minister Laurent Nuñez told BFM TV that authorities are “maintaining a high level of vigilance” and are ready to “put an immediate stop to any disorder.” The Bastille Day parade in Paris concluded earlier, but the focus now shifts to tonight’s World Cup semifinal between France and Spain in Dallas.
Zero Tolerance for Unruly Behavior
Nuñez confidently stated that authorities will monitor celebrations – “and France will win, so there will be celebrations” – and act whenever needed. “No unruly behavior will be tolerated,” he said. The security measures aim to ensure safety during both the national holiday and the high-profile match.
