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France launches investigation into Russian interference via disinformation targeting officials

The French National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's Office is investigating doctored images targeting Attal, Philippe, and Glucksmann.

Published 6sem5 sourcesConfirmedMajorupdated 6sem
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These operations, attributed to pro-Russian networks, aim to destabilize the French presidential campaign.

The government pledges a firm response against any foreign interference attempts.

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Cette plainte pourrait accélérer l'ouverture d'une enquête judiciaire sur les tentatives d'ingérence étrangère dans la campagne présidentielle, avec des conséquences potentielles sur la régulation des réseaux sociaux et la protection des candidats.

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