France vs. Israel Match Triggers Heightened Security
France vs. Israel Match Triggers Heightened Security
France vs. Israel Match Triggers Heightened Security
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The upcoming football match between France and Israel at the Stade de France on November 14 is set to be one of the most heavily policed sporting events in France's history, with 4,000 security personnel deployed amid heightened concerns over anti-Semitic violence following recent incidents in Amsterdam. French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau confirmed the match will proceed despite calls from left-wing politicians to cancel it, citing the need to stand firm against threats of violence. Approximately 20,000 tickets have been sold for the match, prompting a security ratio of nearly one officer for every five attendees. The decision to go ahead with the match, supported by the Representative Council of Jewish Institutions in France (Crif), reflects the ongoing political tensions surrounding the event, including protests against Israel's actions in Gaza. Meanwhile, the far-right has suggested relocating the match to Corsica, claiming less risk of anti-Semitism there. The Stade de France, a site with historical security concerns, will implement a large filtering system to manage entry and ensure safety.

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