"Macron Condemns Islamist Attack on Russia as Threat to France"

French President Macron stated that the Islamic State branch responsible for the Moscow concert hall attack had also attempted to attack France, prompting the country to raise its security alert to the highest level. Macron offered increased cooperation with Russian intelligence services to combat such groups targeting multiple countries. Meanwhile, Russia has suggested Ukraine's involvement in the attack, which Ukraine denies, leading to tensions between the two countries.