Overview

• A report commissioned by Emmanuel Macron details significant infiltration by the Muslim Brotherhood into French institutions, including 139 mosques, 68 of which are closely linked to the organization.
• Macron convened a Conseil de défense on May 21, 2025, and has requested new government measures to combat radical Islam by early June.
• Public opinion surveys show 81% of French citizens believe combating radical Islam should be a government priority, but 71% do not trust Macron to handle it effectively.
• Criticism of Macron’s approach spans the political spectrum, with some accusing him of inaction and others, like Manuel Bompard of La France Insoumise, labeling his response as 'complotiste.'
• Proposals such as banning the Islamic veil for girls under 15, suggested by Gabriel Attal, have sparked further debate and criticism over the government's strategy.