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Russian hybrid attacks against Europe intensifying, says Macron

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The French president says he has tasked the government with protecting critical infrastructure and defence industry sites.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:14:35 UTC.

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  1. Macron orders plan to protect France critical infrastructure against 'Russian hybrid attacks'

  2. REPLAY: Macron orders plan to counter 'Russian hybrid attacks'

  3. Macron addresses energy crisis, warns of 'hybrid attacks'

  4. Russian hybrid attacks against Europe intensifying, says Macron

  5. Saudi Aramco halts October crude deliveries to some European refiners after pipeline attack, says report

  6. Poland joins coalition to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences against Russia

  7. Mamata moves Supreme Court against EC decision to freeze TMC name, symbol

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