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French government expels and freezes assets of Russian columnist Xenia Fedorova

Published July 31, 2026 at 6:32 AM UTC

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The French government has expelled Russian media figure Xenia Fedorova, citing her as a serious threat to public order and accusing her of spreading disinformation aimed at destabilizing French society. Fedorova, formerly the head of RT France, has been active in French media, particularly within outlets owned by Vincent Bolloré’s media conglomerate. Authorities allege that her actions undermine the fundamental interests of the state. Fedorova plans to appeal the decision, asserting that it infringes upon her freedom of expression.