France orders critical infrastructure protection plan amid Russian hybrid threat

French President Macron has ordered a national defense plan for critical infrastructure against Russian hybrid attacks, including cyber and drone threats, following an acknowledged escalation in Russian aggressive behavior since summer. This move, supported by public warnings from France and Poland, indicates a hardening of European posture against a perceived increase in Russian sabotage, cyber operations, and disinformation across the continent. While specific incidents targeting France remain largely undisclosed, the coordinated response signals heightened European concern and a shift towards proactive defense.