France blames sabotage for second Riviera blackout, boosts security

France boosts security after suspected sabotage at a Nice power substation caused a second major Riviera blackout in two days, cutting electricity to 45,000 homes and briefly hitting the airport. A similar attack disrupted the finale of the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday, forcing backup generator use.

May 26, 2025 - 14:03
France blames sabotage for second Riviera blackout, boosts security
France boosts security after suspected sabotage at a Nice power substation caused a second major Riviera blackout in two days, cutting electricity to 45,000 homes and briefly hitting the airport. A similar attack disrupted the finale of the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday, forcing backup generator use.