Germany's Euro 2024 Ends with Minimal Security Issues

German authorities faced fewer security problems and crimes during the European Championship than anticipated. With Spain defeating England in the final, the month-long event concluded with minimal disturbances. Approximately 2.6 million people attended the matches, with 2,340 offences recorded, including 140 involving police violence. Temporary border controls were implemented for security.

German authorities declared fewer security issues than expected during the European Championship, according to the country's top interior official on Monday.

The tournament concluded on Sunday with Spain's 2-1 victory over England in Berlin and saw no serious disturbances, marking a contrast to previous events marred by violence.

The Interior Ministry reported that 2.6 million people attended matches in the 10 host cities, with another six million watching in fan zones. There were 170 arrests and 320 temporary detentions recorded, among 2,340 reported offences.

Interior Minister Nancy Faeser attributed the lower-than-anticipated security incidents to high police presence across the country. Temporary border controls during Euro 2024, initially planned for all frontiers, will be dropped this Friday except for borders with France, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, and Switzerland due to ongoing concerns.

(With inputs from agencies.)