Authorities have opened an investigation into the possible transmission of "intelligence to a foreign power with the intent to incite hostilities in France." However, initial reports indicate that the alleged plot is not believed to involve plans for a terror attack
The French military intelligence agency, DRSD, has released a report highlighting a significant surge in foreign interference targeting the defense sector in 2023, with increased incidents of cyber thefts, blackmail, and fake job interviews primarily from Chinese and Russian actors
The Swiss Ministry of Economy announced that the new sanctions will target prominent businessmen, propagandists, armed forces and judiciary members, individuals responsible for deporting Ukrainian children, and Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) members
Laurent Vinatier, an advisor at the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue, was apprehended by Russian authorities on Thursday, June 6, on charges of allegedly gathering military intelligence and failing to register as a "foreign agent"
Championed as crucial and timely by Constance Le Grip, a Member of Parliament from President Emmanuel Macron's party and one of the bill's architects, the proposed law targets a spectrum of nefarious activities believed to be orchestrated by external actors
The campaign, spearheaded by what Microsoft describes as "prolific Russian influence actors," has been active since last summer. Its primary targets are the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and French President Emmanuel Macron
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky disclosed that over 200 people might have been inside the supermarket at the time of the bombing. Describing the attack as an act of "Russian madness," Zelensky condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin and his forces for their actions
"The decision to tighten the entry rules is in line with the Norwegian approach of standing by allies and partners in the reactions against Russia's illegal war of aggression against Ukraine," Mehl stated
Penteleychuk cautioned that the information is not yet confirmed and urged waiting for official data. However, he revealed details of the recent Ukrainian assault on the Russian-occupied Sevastopol, which reportedly targeted the Black Sea Fleet
The envisioned deal, expected to be formally sealed within the next two months in the presence of President Macron, signifies a significant milestone for Serbia, underscoring its intent to modernize and enhance its defence capabilities
The exchange comes in the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's acknowledgement of the involvement of "radical Islamists" in the assault, which claimed the lives of at least 144 individuals
Women can have abortions in around 40 European countries, ranging from Portugal to Russia, with varied restrictions on how late in the pregnancy it is permitted. Abortion is illegal or strictly regulated in Poland and a few other small nations
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed reservations about the conditions set by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for Russian athletes participating in the 2024 Olympics
Russia Ukraine: The leader of pro-Russian militants of Donetsk, Pavel Gubarev, said that Russia will not be able to kill all Ukrainians, so it will have to create concentration camps in Ukraine to "re-educate" the local population.
Hours before the highly anticipated opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, French rail company SNCF has been struck by a "massive attack" that has severely disrupted its high-speed network
The union, which represents approximately 10 percent of the 3,000 performers set to participate in the grand opening, had initially filed a strike notice last week. They cited "outrageous disparities" in compensation among dancers, with some earning significantly less than their peers for the same performance
Most of those arrested are reportedly from Central Asia and have been identified as members of the "Islamic State - Khorasan," a group known for its operations in Iran, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan
The search operation for a boy who fell from the Cliffs of Moher has been temporarily suspended due to adverse weather conditions. The boy, whose identity has not yet been released, was reported missing on Tuesday, prompting an extensive search involving multiple agencies
The announcement marks a significant step for France, which is the sole candidate for the 2030 Winter Games. However, the funding for the event has been uncertain due to the ongoing political instability following inconclusive snap elections
