Steinmeier: 2036 Olympics problematic

According to the magazine Der Spiegel, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier stated that hosting the Olympic Games in 2036 would be 'problematic from a historical perspective'. The magazine noted that the key reason is the 1936 Olympics, which the Nazis used in Berlin as a propaganda tool. Opposition to the modern event has arisen because the new Games could evoke a generally negative perception reminiscent of the past era. The magazine pointed out that debates over Germany's bid are closely tied to the historical context of 1936.

Context

The 1936 Summer Olympics held in Berlin were used by the Nazi regime as a propaganda instrument, leaving a deep mark on global memory.