Russia, MAGA & Israel-linked networks stoked the flames during France riots: Report

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A report says Russian-linked disinformation exploited riots in France by spreading fabricated stories about migrant violence and anti-immigration narratives. The narratives were reportedly amplified by MAGA-related and Israeli social media accounts, with the stated aim of damaging the French government's image.

Recent riots in France have become a battleground for misinformation as Russia reportedly exploited the chaos to stir anti-immigration feelings. An EU report highlighted a Russian initiative that fabricated stories about migrant violence, intending to weaken the image of the French government amidst the turmoil. Notably, these false narratives were amplified by MAGA-related and Israeli social media accounts.