French and Russian authorities say they will increase security at fan zones at next year's European Championship and the 2018 World Cup following the attacks in Paris, the Associated Press reports.

French Interior minister Bernard Cazeneuve says security for Euro 2016 from June 10-July 10 in France will be reinforced to ensure "the fan zones will be put in place."

Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko, who chairs the organizing committee for the World Cup, said there was a particular focus on protecting crowds gathered in fan zones, where security is often lighter than at stadiums.

After a meeting with FIFA officials, Mutko says "the security measures will naturally be strengthened in connection with the circumstances in the world."