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Arsonists attacked France's high-speed rail network early Friday, setting fires that paralyzed train travel to Paris for some 800,000 people across Europe, including athletes heading to the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.

Get the latest updates from the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremonies, travel disruptions, torch lighting and country entrances to the parade of nations.