'StravaLeaks': France's aircraft carrier located in real time by Le Monde through fitness app

Summary

• French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle's location identified via Strava.
• Security concerns raised over military personnel using fitness apps.
• Le Monde's investigation highlights ongoing vulnerabilities.

Key Facts

Fact	Value
Date	March 20, 2026
Source	Le Monde
Location	Mediterranean Sea

Sources

• Le Monde: https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2026/03/20/stravaleaks-france-s-aircraft-carrier-located-in-real-time-by-le-monde-through-fitness-app_6751640_4.html

Updates

Update at 13:46 UTC on 2026-03-20

EuroNews reported A French navy member's public profile on Strava shows jogging activity on a ship, potentially compromising military secrecy.

Sources: EuroNews