Terrorist attacks in Belgium have highlighted the importance of high security at this summer’s Euro 2016, according to France’s Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve.

Explosions at Brussels airport and a metro station in the city have killed at least 30 people and injured many more.

With the European Championship in neighbouring France just over two months away, Cazeneuve was keen to stress adequate security measures have been put in place.

“The events in Brussels remind us of the very high level of security which is necessary to ensure Euro 2016 is successful,” said Cazeneuve, who at a press conference said the government would contribute £1.5 million for CCTV projects to cover fan zones during the tournament.

“Euro 2016 must combine sportsmanship, festivity and security for the teams, coaches and fans.

“It is 80 days to the start of Euro 2016 and the organisers, cities and state services are fully mobilised. Euro 2016 should be a celebration but collective security is an obligation for everyone alongside the government.”

UEFA has yet to make any response in relation to Euro 2016 security in the wake of Tuesday’s attacks in Belgium.

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