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France Summons Iran’s Ambassador and Vows Tough Response Over Supermarket Cyberattack
By Maya Wilson
France has summoned Iran’s ambassador and vowed a tough response after a major cyberattack on supermarket refrigeration systems, in an escalating diplomatic confrontation between Paris and Tehran.
The attack in October hit hundreds of supermarket refrigeration systems across France, and France blames Iran for the operation, which Paris has described as sabotage.
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said on Tuesday that France had ruled out “nothing” in its response, France 24 reported, adding that the aim was to deter further attacks. The comments signalled that Paris is prepared to consider a range of measures in response to the incident.
Al Jazeera reported that France has summoned Iran’s ambassador over what Paris calls sabotage, and that the French government is seeking tough sanctions to deter further cyberattacks across Europe. The move underscores the seriousness with which France views the attack and its determination to pursue a coordinated response.
The cyberattack targeted refrigeration systems used by supermarkets, raising concerns about the vulnerability of critical commercial infrastructure to foreign interference. French officials have framed the incident as part of a broader pattern of cyber threats facing Europe.
France’s decision to summon the ambassador marks a significant escalation in diplomatic pressure on Tehran. The government’s pursuit of tough sanctions reflects its intent to impose consequences and to send a message that such attacks will not be tolerated.
Reporting based on France 24 and Al Jazeera dispatches; this story will be updated as further confirmation arrives.
— Maya Wilson, World Desk
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