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7mo ago

Milan–Cortina 2026 Opens With Dual‑City Ceremony Under Tight Security

A synchronized opening proceeds under a sweeping security operation spanning physical patrols, drones, robots, a 24‑hour cyber command.

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Overview

  • San Siro hosts the main show with synchronized cauldron lightings in Milan and Cortina, as athlete parades also take place in Livigno and Predazzo.
  • Italy has deployed about 6,000 police and agents, plus inspection drones, robots and a round‑the‑clock cyber command center to protect venues, networks and transport.
  • The torch relay’s approach to Milan drew peaceful protests over U.S. ICE involvement and Israel’s participation, and U.S. officials emphasized an advisory, intelligence‑focused role for ICE.
  • The IOC called for a respectful reception of the U.S. delegation as dignitaries including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio attend the opening.
  • Competition began early with mixed doubles curling in Cortina, where a brief power outage halted play before matches resumed, while Brazil arrives with a record 14 athletes and flagbearers Lucas Pinheiro Braathen and Nicole Silveira.