How France Dealt with the Drone Threat during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games: Exceptional Measures and Unprecedented Coordination

This workshop offers an in-depth examination of how France addressed the threat posed by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Faced with an unprecedented security challenge, French authorities implemented exceptional countermeasures and coordinated efforts across police forces and the armed services to safeguard the event. Participants will gain insight into the assessment of the UAV threat, the advanced capabilities and technologies deployed to detect and neutralize drones, and the strategic coordination that enabled real-time response and prevention. The session will also highlight key lessons learned from this large-scale operation, offering valuable perspectives on interagency collaboration, crisis preparedness, and the evolving landscape of aerial threats in major international events.