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VisitWhich religious group will be the most vocal in their criticism of the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony?
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Paris 2024 Olympics Organizers Apologize for Blasphemous Opening Ceremony Amid Financial Losses
Jul 28, 2024, 04:40 PM
Organizers of the Paris 2024 Olympics have issued an apology following backlash over the opening ceremony. The ceremony, which took place on Friday, was criticized for being offensive to certain religious groups, with some labeling it as blasphemous. Paris 2024 spokesperson Anne Descamps expressed regret, stating, 'Clearly there was never an intention to show disrespect to any religious group.' The organizers emphasized that the ceremony aimed to celebrate community tolerance and unity. Despite the apology, the organizers denied any deliberate disrespect and maintained that their ambition to promote inclusivity was achieved. The apology comes amid concerns that the controversy is causing financial losses for the event.
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