France's Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has confirmed that the threat of a "hybrid war" from Russia is both real and documented, according to recent reports. Hybrid warfare refers to a combination of conventional and unconventional tactics, such as cyber attacks, disinformation, and sabotage, often used to destabilize a country without direct military confrontation. While France has not detected any drone overflights or experienced "major sabotage," Nuñez noted that the country has been targeted by cyber attacks. These concerns have prompted President Emmanuel Macron to unveil a plan to protect critical national infrastructure from potential Russian hybrid attacks. The plan, announced after a meeting at the Elysée Palace with leaders of Macron's party and candidates for the 2027 presidential election, aims to safeguard not only public infrastructure but also "the most sensitive sites of our defense industrial and technological base." This includes measures to defend against both drone attacks and cyber threats. Macron cited recent incidents, such as a drone carrying explosives that was intercepted near Leipzig, Germany, in August, and the overflights of several European airports by drones in recent months, as examples of the growing hybrid warfare threat. To counter this, France is implementing a comprehensive protection plan that includes mapping out critical sites, enhancing security measures by operators, and increasing coordination between internal security forces and intelligence services. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez outlined these steps, emphasizing that protective efforts are already underway. These include regular patrols, internal security rounds, and improved communication between intelligence agencies and infrastructure operators to ensure preparedness against potential threats. Regarding the derailment of a TER (Regional Express Train) in Normandy on September 11, which is suspected to have been caused by a rail placed on the tracks, Nuñez stated that "no lead" is being excluded in the ongoing investigation. The matter is currently under examination by prosecutors, who will release further information when appropriate. The government is maintaining a cautious stance, acknowledging the complexity of the situation while continuing to focus on strengthening national defenses against hybrid threats.