Nations League
France’s Interior Minister: Israel fans will be safe
After the attacks on Israeli fans in Amsterdam, there are concerns about security at the France – Israel game. France’s Interior Minister is confident – and extends an invitation.
Before the Nations League game between France and Israel, the French Interior Minister promised security for Israeli and Jewish fans. “You will be safe,” said Bruno Retailleau on BFMTV. “I invite you to come to the game.” Israel will face France in the Nations League this Thursday (8:45 p.m.) at the Stade de France in Paris.
There are concerns about security following the targeted attacks on Israeli football fans in Amsterdam last Thursday. Israel’s National Security Council generally called on citizens to exercise caution at events abroad. They should avoid sporting and cultural events outside Israel in which Israeli teams or artists take part, the Haaretz newspaper reported, citing the Security Council. France deployed 4,000 police officers for the game. 20,000 spectators are expected.
dpa
