Tribute Paid to Israeli Olympians Killed in 1972 Munich Massacre During Paris Games

Paris officials, including the IOC president, paid tribute to the Israeli athletes killed in the 1972 Munich Olympics terrorist attack by Palestinian gunmen. The memorial, initially scheduled at Paris City Hall, was relocated to Israel's embassy due to heightened geopolitical tensions. The event honored the victims amidst ongoing security concerns for the current Olympic Games.

Paris officials, including the IOC president, gathered to pay tribute to the Israeli athletes killed during the 1972 Munich Olympics terrorist attack by Palestinian gunmen. The ceremony was held at Israel's embassy due to heightened geopolitical tensions.

IOC President Thomas Bach marked the anniversary as the 'darkest day in Olympic history,' reflecting on the horrific events that saw 11 Israeli team members killed. Israeli President Isaac Herzog also addressed the event via video link, emphasizing the indelible pain felt by the victims' families.

The 1972 attack, orchestrated by the Palestinian group Black September, involved a bloody 24-hour standoff that shocked the world. The memorial in Paris offered a poignant reminder of the tragic history as Israeli athletes in the current games are being escorted by elite tactical units for security.

(With inputs from agencies.)