Possible Saudi Olympic pavilion at Napoleon’s tomb sparks unease

Paris (AFP) – Saudi Arabia is negotiating to build a national pavilion during the Paris Olympics at the Invalides complex that holds Napoleon’s tomb, the French defense ministry said Thursday, amid criticism from some lawmakers. Issued on: 02/29/2024 – 18:07 1 min “There are discussions ongoing at the request of the Saudis,” said the defense ministry, which owns the building and its grounds. “There are strict conditions that the Saudis have not yet accepted,” a statement from the ministry added. Many countries erect temporary pavilions during the Olympics which are used for national promotion as well as spaces for fans…