Just before the Olympic Games begin, a soldier was stabbed in central Paris.

A brave French soldier was unfortunately stabbed outside the bustling Gare de l'Est train station in Paris. This shocking incident occurred just days before the highly anticipated opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympics. The city is now on high alert as authorities work to understand the motive behind the attack, which left the soldier hospitalized and his attacker in custody.

Fortunately, a military official has confirmed that the soldier's injuries are not life-threatening. However, the reason for this senseless act of violence is still under investigation. Despite initial concerns, the national counterterrorism prosecutor's office has stated that they do not suspect terrorism at this time.

This attack has once again raised concerns about the safety of the French people, especially with the upcoming Olympics. The soldier was part of the Sentinelle force, a group of thousands of troops dedicated to maintaining domestic security. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin took to social media to update the public, informing them that the soldier was patrolling the Gare de l'Est station when the attack occurred and that the assailant had been apprehended.

As Paris prepares to host the Olympics, the city is deploying an impressive number of 30,000 police officers daily, with an additional 45,000 for the grand opening ceremony on the Seine river. The French government is also utilizing the help of 18,000 members of the military to ensure the safety of the event.

Unfortunately, this is not the first time that soldiers in the Sentinelle force have been targeted. However, the French people remain resilient and steadfast in their determination to provide a secure environment for the Olympics.

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