Milano ready to host Olympics, protests against ICE presence continue
The city of Milan is preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics, which it will co-host with Cortina. The event will take place from Fri, Feb 6 to Sun, Feb 22, 2026, showcasing a variety of winter sports including ice hockey, bobsleigh, ski jumping, and…
The city of Milan is preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics, which it will co-host with Cortina. The event will take place from Fri, Feb 6 to Sun, Feb 22, 2026, showcasing a variety of winter sports including ice hockey, bobsleigh, ski jumping, and skeleton.
The Olympic Village in Milan is now operational, with athletes beginning to occupy the newly constructed facilities. The village includes various amenities aimed at enhancing the well-being and comfort of guests, such as a gym, a video game area, a bar, makeup stations, and a large canteen.
The city of Milan is preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics, which it will co-host with Cortina.
There is international attention regarding the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents within the American delegation. These agents are designated to operate in a control room to ensure the security of American officials, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. This has sparked protests in Milan, and local officials, including Mayor Giuseppe Sala, have expressed opposition to their presence.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
