"Paris 2024: Ancient Olympia Lights Torch for Olympic Flame"
The flame for the Paris Olympics was lit at the ancient site of Olympia in Greece, despite cloudy skies preventing the traditional lighting method using the sun. The torch will be carried through Greece before being handed over to Paris Games organizers. Thousands of spectators attended the event, and high security was maintained. The flame will travel to Marseille on a historic French sailing ship, with preparations for the games praised by the International Olympic Committee President.