‘Sabotage’: Arson attacks upend France’s high-speed rail ahead of Paris Olympics

French travellers left stranded after TGV 'sabotage'
French travellers were left stranded after arsonists hit the TGV network Shutterstock

France’s high-speed rail network TGV has been hit by significant disruptions due to “malicious acts,” including arson attacks, just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, according to train operator SNCF.

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Author: Thomas Wintle

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