President Emmanuel Macron announced measures to protect France’s critical infrastructure and defense industries from escalating Russian hybrid threats, including cyberattacks and drones. He emphasized the need for a strategic plan in response to this intensified threat.
Macron also indicated that a G7 meeting focused on energy issues would take place in the coming weeks, amid rising fuel prices linked to geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. He called for cooperation among G7 nations to mitigate potential conflicts and discussed options for accessing strategic reserves.
As France faces elections in seven months and rising economic discontent due to the cost of living, Macron aims to navigate the situation carefully. He clarified that the recent spike in crude prices is linked to global geopolitics rather than domestic policies, promising a review of support measures to assist the public while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
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