Vandals Cut Telecom Network Lines in France

Published on July 29, 2024

Several telecommunication lines in France have been targeted by vandals, causing network outages in some regions, officials said. The incident, which occurred on Sunday night as France hosts the 2024 Olympics, affected network installations in six areas—Aude, Bouches-du-Rhône, Drôme, Hérault, Meuse, and Oise—BFM TV reported. Police said that fiber optic cables in electrical cabinets had been cut. The extent of the damage is still unknown, and no one has claimed responsibility for the vandalism. Local authorities said they were investigating the incident. Marina Ferrari, French secretary of state for digital affairs, confirmed that the vandalism affected telecommunications operators and caused “localized consequences” on accessing fixed and mobile lines....

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