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Lakhs of passengers are expected to experience travel disruptions this weekend following a \u201cmassive arson attack\u201d on France\u2019s rail network, occurring just hours before the Paris Olympics\u2019 commencement.<\/p>\n
Jean-Pierre Farandou, head of SNCF, France\u2019s national railway operator, described the day as \u201csad,\u201d emphasizing that families would suffer most from what he termed attacks by \u201cirresponsible individuals.\u201d<\/p>\n
The disruption occurred just before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony was scheduled to take place on the River Seine, affecting lakhs of passengers on Friday.<\/p>\n
Fires ignited at crucial installations halted trains and led to the cancellation of numerous services, including those designated for transporting sports enthusiasts to the French capital.<\/p>\n
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has stated that \u201cacts of sabotage\u201d were executed in a \u201cdeliberate and coordinated fashion on SNCF\u2019s infrastructure.\u201d<\/p>\n
In a statement, the prime minister described the impact on the rail network as \u201cmassive and grave,\u201d while expressing his appreciation for the firefighters\u2019 efforts at the scene.<\/p>\n
He conveyed his thoughts for all French citizens who were gearing up for their vacations, acknowledging their frustration and thanking them for their patience.<\/p>\n
He further mentioned that French security forces are actively seeking the individuals responsible for the sabotage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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