Malicious Acts Disrupt French High-Speed Rail on Olympics Opening Day

France's national rail company, SNCF, reported widespread disruptions to high-speed train lines due to malicious acts, impacting travel on the day of the Olympics opening ceremony. Lines in various regions were affected, and government officials condemned the incidents. The disruptions also coincided with the start of summer vacations for many families.

France's national rail operator, SNCF, announced Friday that several high-speed train lines were heavily disrupted by what it described as "malicious acts."

The incidents impacted rail services in the west, north, and east regions of France, casting a shadow over the opening day of the high-risk Paris Olympics.

Government officials swiftly condemned the acts, although no direct link to the Games was immediately identified. The disruptions also complicated travel for families embarking on summer vacations this Friday, adding to the chaos.

(With inputs from agencies.)