France Orders Deportation of Ksenia Fedorova
Ksenia Fedorova, the former editor-in-chief of RT France, has been ordered to leave the country by the Paris police prefecture, which determined that her conduct poses a risk to state interests and public order. According to the ruling, her work was deemed damaging to France's fundamental interests. Separate reports from Russian media, citing AFP, indicate that Fedorova is also banned from entering Germany. This development is consistent with a broader European crackdown on Russian disinformation networks.
Public Order Threat Cited in Deportation Ruling
The Paris police prefecture stated that 'Fedorova's behavior undermines France's fundamental interests, and her presence represents an especially serious and immediate threat to public order.' In their decision, authorities added that 'by spreading her narratives, Fedorova acts as a conduit for disinformation campaigns directed by Russian authorities, all aimed at disrupting public order in France.' She is accused of helping disseminate manipulative and destabilizing discourse intended to sway public opinion and erode trust in European—especially French—institutions.
Fedorova plans to challenge the deportation order, signaling her determination to remain in France. Meanwhile, in Ukraine, the Security Service (SBU) detained seven pro-Kremlin internet agitators across several regions. These actions underscore an intensified effort to counter disinformation and influence that could threaten national security.
The French government's move against Fedorova highlights growing concerns among European nations about the impact of Russian-origin disinformation.
It also emphasizes the importance of national security in light of global threats. Since disinformation can significantly shape public opinion and political stability, such measures may become part of a wider European strategy to combat information-based risks.