Emmanuel Macron: Russia Likely to Target Paris Olympics with Malevolent Acts

French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his belief that Russia will attempt to negatively impact the Paris Olympics this summer, marking his most direct acknowledgment of potential foreign threats to the event's security or success.

The Olympics are taking place against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, including Russia's war in Ukraine and Israel's conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

French President Emmanuel Macron has taken a tougher stance against Russia, vowing to defeat Moscow and considering sending European troops to Ukraine.

His government is also taking action against Russian disinformation efforts in Europe, and this week, France proposed EU-wide sanctions against those spreading disinformation.