The fall of French Intelligence [ OPINION]

DGSE is 1 of the key structures of the French safety system. liable for intelligence activities outside the country, including threat identification, data analysis and information to policy makers. According to authoritative data, he employs about 7,200 employees, excluding peculiar units specified as Service Action, liable for peculiar operations and direct actions. DGSE's budget has grown steadily in fresh years, with around EUR 880 million in 2021 and a billion in 2025**. These are crucial measures that did not translate into an increase in the effectiveness of the institutions.