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Researchers have identified a social media video, linked to the Russia-associated Storm-1516 influence operation, allegedly showing Hezbollah militants threatening attacks in France ahead of the 14 July Bastille Day celebrations. The video appears fabricated, lacking Hezbollah logos and featuring linguistic errors, undermining its authenticity.
Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi was arrested in Casablanca after being questioned by the National Brigade of Judicial Police. His supporters assert the detention is linked to his artistic expression. El Youbi, known for politically charged lyrics, faces concerns over legal representation amid a lawyers’ strike in Morocco.
Emmanuel Macron will oversee his final Bastille Day military parade in Paris, featuring Ukrainian troops, as France commemorates the 2016 Nice attacks. This year’s event, marking ten years since the tragedy, symbolizes Europe’s commitment to defend freedom against threats, with celebrations expected despite a heatwave.
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In a televised address from the Élysée Palace, Macron acknowledged the voters’ message and emphasised the need for “a clear majority in serenity and harmony” to counter the far-right’s progress.
During his visit to police headquarters in the capital, Nouméa, on Thursday, President Macron acknowledged the challenging days and weeks ahead but assured that Paris would “go until the end” to restore order.
The unrest began last week following a decision by lawmakers in Paris to permit more French residents to vote in local elections, a change that indigenous leaders claim will diminish the political influence of native people.
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