Франция призвала Европейский Союз принять меры против Маска за его вмешательство в политические дела.

Франция призвала Европейский союз более активно применять законодательные меры для защиты от внешнего вмешательства. Это заявление последовало за критикой премьер-министра Испании Педро Санчеса в адрес американского миллиардера Илона Маска, который, по его мнению, оказывает влияние на европейскую политику через социальную сеть X (ранее известную как Twitter) в среду, 8 января.

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This was reported by Reuters on Wednesday, January 8.

Diplomatic Challenges and Concerns

European leaders are worried about Musk's posts, which criticize elected officials and create political tension. Particularly concerning is Musk's support for the anti-immigration party "Alternative for Germany" (AfD), which is classified as far-right by German security services. This comes as Germany prepares for parliamentary elections in February 2024.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that the EU must either strictly enforce existing laws or allow member states to independently safeguard their interests.

EU's Response to the Challenge

Meanwhile, the European Commission is responding cautiously to the situation to avoid diplomatic tension with the United States. Elon Musk is linked to Donald Trump, who is gearing up for a return to power in January. Musk has repeatedly voiced support for Trump and has donated substantial amounts to promote the Republican Party.

European Commissioner for Democracy and Justice, Michael McGrath, mentioned that the Digital Services Act (DSA) provides sufficient tools to combat misinformation and interference without infringing on freedom of speech. The Commission has been investigating the compliance of platform X with European standards for over a year.

Leaders' Reactions

Musk's comments have also drawn sharp criticism in Europe. French President Emmanuel Macron expressed concerns regarding the impact of social media on elections, while German Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged not to respond to provocations, stating: "Don't feed the troll."

The governing body of the DSA, which includes representatives from all 27 EU countries, plans to discuss potential measures on January 24. The focus will be on how platforms like X can balance freedom of speech with the risks associated with inciting hatred and interfering in democratic processes.

It is worth noting that Musk is an ardent supporter of the newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump. Media reports suggested that Musk allegedly settled in a cottage on Trump's estate.

Meanwhile, Trump recently responded to whether Elon Musk has any political influence.