Macron denies a CIA alert Vremya cites his warning

Sep 24

Vremya recalls El Mundo’s report alleging a CIA warning of Gerbera-drone attacks on Spain, France and Italy. It airs Macron saying the CIA did not alert French intelligence to such an attack, while warning that hostile actions and tensions have risen in Europe. His denial and broader concern do not establish the alleged plot as fact.

In his September 24 Élysée interview, Macron denies that the CIA notified French intelligence of the reported Russian ship-launched drone attack scenario. He cites the Italian defense minister's denial but qualifies his answer with concern about rising tensions and hostile acts in Europe. His denial of notification does not establish that every possible threat is false.