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Video. WATCH: Paris Olympics hit by high-speed rail sabotage

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France's high-speed rail network suffered severe disruptions due to coordinated sabotage acts, including arson, on the day of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

Passengers at multiple Parisian stations faced cancellations, affecting travel to London, Belgium, and various destinations across France.

Authorities condemned the incidents and are investigating.

French Transport Minister Patrice Vergriete urged people to stay away from stations, as restoring traffic may take days.

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