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Macron Boosts Security Against Russian Hybrid Threats
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In Short: French President Emmanuel Macron ordered heightened vigilance and protection for critical infrastructure and defense sites amid intensifying Russian threats.
French President Emmanuel Macron ordered heightened vigilance and protection for critical infrastructure and defense sites amid intensifying Russian hybrid threats, according to statements made Friday. "At our request, the interior minister brought together all the regional prefects yesterday to raise the level of preparedness and vigilance regarding Russian hybrid attacks," Macron told reporters.
Macron also directed the government to prepare a plan to safeguard critical infrastructure and sensitive sites within France’s defense industrial and technological base from potential drone and cyberattacks. He noted that the threat, particularly from Russia, has intensified in recent weeks.
Macron also addressed concerns over gas prices and Europe’s energy situation, citing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine as contributing factors. He highlighted France's efforts to facilitate the peaceful reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and secure supplies of key energy products, particularly jet fuel and gas.
France is working to prevent tensions in energy markets, with Macron noting that Europe remains more dependent on gas than France.
Macron's actions reflect a broader European response to the intensifying hybrid warfare threats posed by Russia.
What this adds
France will strengthen protection for critical infrastructure and sensitive defense sites amid what President Emmanuel Macron described as an intensifying Russian hybrid threat, according to new reporting.
Background
French President Emmanuel Macron has ordered additional measures to protect critical infrastructure from Russian hybrid warfare threats.
What's still developing
- “We have drafted new legislation on foreign interference, as well as on cyber issues, which will continue through the legislative process as quickly as we can so that they can be fully applicable in the coming weeks,” Macron said.