CYBER● ELEVATEDJul 16 · Jul 16, 2026, 12:45 PM
France explored Pegasus spyware deal despite Morocco espionage claims
France 24 [en]
France briefly explored acquiring the controversial Pegasus spyware in 2019, according to media investigations, even as Morocco was allegedly using the Israeli-made surveillance tool to target French ministers. The report claims President Emmanuel Macron ultimately rejected the purchase to avoid reliance on foreign technology. Morocco has denied the spying allegations.
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