RT France is the French arm of Russia Today, a state-funded broadcaster. It has faced sanctions and opposition in France over its coverage and funding, with recent actions including deportation orders targeting its personnel.
France has ordered Xenia Fedorova, formerly head of RT France, to leave the country and frozen her assets for six months. An administrative court concluded the measures do not cause her immediate, serious harm. Fedorova remains a frequent commentator on outlets linked to Vincent Bolloré’s media empire, echoing Kremlin messaging on Ukraine and the West amid France’s looming 2027 presidential race.