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Former RT France chief Xenia Fedorova fuels concerns over pro-Kremlin influence in French media

Former RT France chief Xenia Fedorova fuels concerns over pro-Kremlin influence in French media

Summary

Xenia Fedorova, the former head of RT France, is now a regular commentator on major French conservative media. Her pro-Kremlin views are raising concerns among French officials and experts about Russian influence and propaganda ahead of important elections.

Key Facts

  • Xenia Fedorova led RT France before it was banned in 2023 due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
  • She appears regularly on French channels like CNews and Europe 1 and writes for Le Journal du Dimanche.
  • Fedorova promotes Kremlin-friendly messages, including the idea that Russia can help the French economy.
  • French officials worry her views spread Russian propaganda during a sensitive election period.
  • French law protects freedom of speech, limiting government action against her.
  • Some politicians and media experts have filed complaints, saying her messages support a foreign propaganda campaign.
  • Fedorova describes herself as a victim of censorship in her book “Bannie” (Banned).
  • She is connected to media owned by billionaire Vincent Bolloré, who recently organized political discussions attended by Fedorova and top officials.
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