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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.

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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 enquête pourrait entraîner des sanctions contre les auteurs présumés des infox et renforcer les mesures de cybersécurité en période électorale. Le gouvernement cherche à dissuader toute tentative de manipulation de l’opinion publique.

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