Macron orders infrastructure defences against Russian drone and cyber attacks
French President Emmanuel Macron ordered his government to prepare plans. These plans would protect critical infrastructure from Russian drone and cyberattacks.
Macron told reporters the Russian hybrid threat facing France has increased in recent weeks. He named drone attacks and cyberattacks on critical infrastructure as the main concern.
The EU defines Russian hybrid activities in several ways. They include sabotage, cyberattacks, disinformation and interference in democratic processes.
Macron warned Moscow the attacks would not go unanswered. He accused Russia of trying to intimidate Europeans into weakening support for Ukraine.
He stressed that Europe's security depends on the conflict in Ukraine. Macron also plans to hold a Group of Seven meeting.
The meeting will coordinate a response to rising energy prices. These prices are linked to wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.
Why it mattersFrance is ordering defences against Russian drone and cyberattacks. The country plans to coordinate a response with the Group of Seven.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, but a coordinated Western response to Russian hybrid threats sets a precedent Australia may follow as it faces its own cyber-security challenges from state actors.
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