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Mayor Says Athens Ready for Olympics
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| Contributor | Gerald Farinas |
| Last Edited | Gerald Farinas Apr 05, 2004 06:11pm |
| Category | News |
| News Date | Apr 05, 2004 12:00am |
| Description | Mayor Says Athens Ready for Olympics
The Honolulu Advertiser
Athens Mayor Dora Bakoyianni said Monday those planning a trip to the Athens Olympics should not be deterred by fears of a terrorist attack because it would hand extremists an easy victory. Bakoyianni, whose first husband was killed by Greek terrorists, said all necessary steps have been taken to avoid an attack during the Aug. 13-29 Olympics. Athens is expecting more than 1.5 million visitors during the Olympics.
Plans to protect the Aug. 13-29 games are the most expensive in Olympic history, so far costing more than $800 million. Greece has asked for NATO's help - including the use of some AWACS aircraft - and Athens security measures will involve more than 50,000 police and soldiers. Athens has also sought international help to safeguard the games and has formed a seven-nation advisory group that includes Australia, Britain, Israel and the United States. Greece has increased security following the March 11 attacks in Spain, including patrols of its rail network. |
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