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France Considered Pegasus Spyware Acquisition Amid Morocco Espionage Allegations

France Considered Pegasus Spyware Acquisition Amid Morocco Espionage Allegations

16 Temmuz 2026France 24
  • In 2019, France considered acquiring the Pegasus spyware amidst allegations that Morocco was using it to spy on French officials. Investigations reveal that President Macron opted against the purchase to maintain independence from foreign technology.
  • Morocco has denied any involvement in espionage against France.
  • The Pegasus spyware, developed by the Israeli firm NSO Group, has been at the center of numerous controversies regarding its use for unauthorized surveillance. The allegations against Morocco add another layer to the ongoing global debate about privacy, security, and the use of technology by state actors.
  • The decision by President Macron to forgo the acquisition of Pegasus highlights the delicate balance nations must strike between technological advancement and sovereignty. With the growing concerns over digital privacy and state surveillance, France's choice reflects a cautious approach towards foreign surveillance…
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