France warns Russia of ‘response’ over journalist acccreditation
February 6, 2025
France warned of possible retaliation against Russia after the country revoked press accreditation for French reporter Benjamin Quenelle, labeling it a “disguised expulsion.” The French foreign ministry called the decision “unjustified and arbitrary,” threatening a response if not reconsidered. Russia’s move followed France’s refusal to issue visas to journalists from pro-Kremlin media, whom Paris accused of espionage. Le Monde condemned Russia’s decision, noting that even during the Cold War, it maintained operations in Moscow.
