France concerned about the risk of foreign interference ahead of elections

French officials, including President Emmanuel Macron, are expressing growing concern over foreign interference in the country's upcoming elections. Russia and China have been officially identified as the primary actors, with a defense ministry report detailing 25 attempts at digital interference during the 2024 elections. These operations involve spreading disinformation and manipulating public opinion through social media to destabilize France and Europe. Experts suggest that other states not officially named by the government, such as the UAE, Israel, and the US, also pose a significant threat to French national sovereignty.