12 Feb 2024 | 12:57 AM UTC
France: Police clash with football fans along Avenue des Champs-Elysees in Paris Feb. 12 following 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final
Clashes ongoing between football fans and police along Champs Elysees in Paris, France, following 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final Feb. 12.
Police have used tear gas to disperse groups of football fans along Avenue des Champs-Elysees in Paris early Feb. 12 following the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final between Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire. Some roads in the area are reportedly blocked.
Additional deployments of police personnel are likely. Localized transport and business disruptions are probable in the affected area over the coming hours. Further clashes are possible.
Avoid the impacted area as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Allow additional time for journeys. Strictly follow all official directives. Leave the area at the first sign of unrest.
