French Presidential Candidates Are Being Exposed as Sick and Corrupt in Fake Social Media Posts

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With eight months to go until the French presidential election, Russia is stepping up its attempts to influence France. Several presidential candidates have been targeted by smear campaigns directed by Russian intelligence, according to French authorities. “The aim is to divide and polarize,” says an expert.

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France's defense against foreign interference and manipulation suspects pro-Russian networks of being behind it.

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With eight months to go until the French presidential election, Russia is stepping up its influence efforts against France. Several presidential candidates have been targeted by smear campaigns orchestrated by Russian intelligence, according to French authorities. “The aim is to divide and polarize,” says one expert.