The French Interior Ministry announced the expulsion on July 29, 2026, accusing Fedorova of acting as a conduit for disinformation campaigns aimed at destabilizing public order in France. Previously the chief of Russia Today (RT) in France, Fedorova had continued her media activities through outlets owned by Vincent Bollore. Her employers condemned the expulsion as a serious infringement on freedom of expression, while Fedorova’s lawyer indicated plans to appeal the decision. President Emmanuel Macron has previously questioned her journalistic integrity, labeling her as an instrument of influence rather than a journalist.