Fake Tom Cruise warns of violence at Paris Olympics in pro-Russian info op

Microsoft and reporting reveal pro‑Russian influence groups running a coordinated disinformation campaign against the 2024 Paris Olympics, using AI‑generated videos (including fake celebrity narration), fabricated endorsements, impersonation of militant organizations, and automated social media accounts to stoke fears of violence and undermine confidence in French authorities and the IOC; analysts warn the operation may broaden in language reach and automation ahead of the Games.