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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Macron Warns Russian Hybrid Attacks Against Europe Are Intensifying
Caption: Macron Warns Russian Hybrid Attacks Against Europe Are Intensifying. French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that the threat of Russian hybrid attacks against France and other European countries has intensified. Macron said France had been targeted by Russian hybrid attacks in recent weeks and warned they would not be left "without a response”. He ordered the French government to prepare measures to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive defence and technology sites. The plans will focus particularly on strengthening protection against potential drone and cyberattacks. Macron cited the recent drone attack on Germany's Leipzig airport, which was blamed on Russia, as an example of the growing threat. He said the aim of such attacks was to intimidate European countries and weaken their support for Ukraine, but insisted France would not be deterred. Macron also referred to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's warning that Russia could be planning drone and missile strikes against countries on NATO's eastern flank. France will also call a G7 meeting on energy security, including discussions on gas stocks and the possible release of strategic reserves. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Emmanuel Macron,France,Russia,hybrid attacks,Ukraine,Donald Tusk,Leipzig airport,NATO,G7,cyberattacks
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