The 2026 Winter Olympics, set to begin on February 6 in Milan-Cortina, Italy, marks a significant return to the European Alps after two decades. According to Tribune Latest, the Games will span 350 kilometers across northern Italy, utilizing existing venues to promote sustainability, though this has introduced logistical complexities. The New York Times highlights the challenges posed by the vast 8,500 square mile area, narrow roads, and potential snowfall, describing it as a 'logistical nightmare.' Security concerns are also prominent, with the New York Times reporting that thousands of Italian security officers will be deployed, and Italian officials have already thwarted a Russian cyberattack targeting Olympic hotels. The presence of U.S. ICE personnel in an advisory role has sparked protests, as noted by The Guardian, with demonstrators gathering in Milan's Piazza XXV Aprile.