France’s DGSI Highlights Rising Terror Threats and Foreign Interference

DGSI chief Céline Berthon identifies the Khorasan group's activities, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and cyber risks as key security concerns.

The Khorasan branch of ISIS, operating in Afghanistan and Pakistan, is now the top priority for France’s internal security agency due to its potential to mobilize individuals in Europe.
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has intensified antisemitic rhetoric in France and is being exploited by jihadist organizations, according to DGSI director Céline Berthon.
Several planned attacks targeting the Jewish community in France were thwarted in recent months, underscoring ongoing domestic threats.
The DGSI is closely monitoring French nationals in Syria, including those detained in camps, as the fall of Assad raises questions about ISIS's future in the region.
Cyberattacks and foreign interference, especially during the Paris 2024 Olympics, have escalated, with attempts to destabilize France and test its defenses.