BBC reports: Macron orders French government to protect infrastructure against Russian hybrid attacks
What happened
French President Emmanuel Macron has tasked his government with protecting critical infrastructure and defense industry sites. The directive follows Macron's warning that Russian hybrid attacks targeting Europe are intensifying.
Why it matters
Operators of French infrastructure and defense facilities face stricter operational security requirements and tighter state coordination as official concerns grow regarding the threat of foreign hybrid actions against key industries.
Bigger picture
The directive reflects a broader shift across Europe to expand national defense strategies beyond conventional military preparedness toward safeguarding civilian infrastructure and domestic defense supply chains.
Watch next
Watch for specific implementation measures announced by the French government, as well as potential parallel security mandates from other EU member states.