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Paris prosecutor investigates possible Russian interference in presidential campaigns

The prosecutor's office in Paris has launched an investigation into suspected Russian interference in the presidential campaigns of various candidates.

18 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In Paris, the prosecutor's office has initiated an investigation into possible Russian interference in the campaigns of presidential candidates Édouard Philippe (Horizons), Gabriel Attal (Renaissance), and Raphaël Glucksmann (Place Publique). This news was announced on Tuesday by the prosecutor's office to the French news agency AFP.

According to the official statement, the investigation focuses on suspicions of external influence leading up to the presidential elections of 2027. The judicial inquiry aims to verify the facts and investigate any possible involvement of Russian actors.

The prosecutor's office is defending the integrity of the democratic processes in France. They state that Russian interference must not be tolerated in the upcoming elections.

The investigation was prompted by concerns regarding the impact of foreign influences on democratic elections. Details about techniques or specific indications of this interference are currently not available.

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