Authorities have confirmed that a power outage affecting Cannes during the film festival was sabotage, with similar attacks hitting Nice and Var shortly after. Evidence of tampering at a Nice substation has led to increased security and concerns about threats to essential services.
Heathrow Airport experienced a major halt on March 21, 2025, when a substation fire led to a power outage. Nearly 300,000 passengers dealt with flight disruptions. While British Airways minimized operations resuming some flights, counter-terrorism authorities investigated the cause. Passengers were advised to wait for instructions as airlines managed rebookings, offering limited compensation under extraordinary circumstances rights.