ALBAWABA - French authorities temporarily closed off the area surrounding the Paris Media Center, which is serving journalists for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, citing an "explosion risk."
A police cordon was established in front of the main media center at the Paris Congress Center, with access to the building restricted. Journalists and nearby civilians were evacuated due to the perceived risk, though specifics about the threat were not disclosed.
After a period, police lifted the restrictions, reopening the area to foot traffic and resuming normal access to the media center.
There was an unknown risk of an explosion, therefore journalists and citizens were evacuated from the vicinity of the Paris Media Center. The source of the danger was kept a secret by the government.
After a while, the police allowed foot circulation once again, and regular access to the media center was restored.
