French President Emmanuel Macron has instructed his government to formulate measures safeguarding the nation’s critical infrastructure and sensitive defense sites against escalating Russian hybrid threats. This directive follows recent intelligence indicating increased Russian shadow activities across Europe.
Macron made the announcement after a meeting with political party leaders in Paris, emphasizing the need to counter potential drone and cyber-attacks targeting key facilities. He underscored the urgency of protecting France’s defense and technology sectors from these threats, which have intensified in recent weeks.
Despite the mounting security concerns, Macron reaffirmed France’s commitment to supporting Ukraine. He highlighted that the Russian operations aim to intimidate European nations and undermine their support for Ukraine, but assured that France would not waver in its dedication to European security.
The French government is now tasked with crafting a comprehensive plan to address these hybrid threats, ensuring the resilience and protection of vital national infrastructure. Macron’s stance reflects a broader European effort to confront and mitigate the influence of Russian activities in the region.