France

Returning to Music 30 Years After Return to Judaism

French singer Gilbert Sitbon left a stellar career in its prime to study Torah; he now finds his way back to the studio.

Napoleon: A Modern-Day 'Messiah'?

Auction find reveals that the dictator drove to give full rights to French Jewry, fashion himself as the savior of Jewish life there.

Dieudonne Ordered to Remove Anti-Semitic Content from YouTube

Anti-Semitic comedian Dieudonne given five days to remove sections of YouTuve videos constituting hate-speech or face another fine.

Liberman: 'Iran Threatens World Behind Mask of Smiles'

Liberman responds to Iran missile tests, Islamic Revolution parades and 'death to Israel' chants before trip to France.

French, Israeli Students Have 'Bake-Off' Competition

Minister of Tourism, French Ambassador to Israel hold 'bake-off' competition in honor of French Culinary Week.

Video: JNF in Paris To Encourage Aliyah

JNF Deputy Chairman speaks about recent pro-Israel event, says French community suffers from anti-Semitism and assimilation.

Dieudonne Acquitted in Defamation Case

French anti-Semitic comic acquitted on charges related to a video in which he calls for the release of kidnapper Ilan Halimi's kidnapper.

France Rejects U.S. Criticism of Iran Business Trip

France’s Finance Minister says a 116-person delegation of business figures to Iran is “a bet” on the future.

France's Finance Minister: There Are 'Opportunities' in Iran

France will have "significant commercial opportunities" in Iran if sanctions are lifted, says French Finance Minister Pierre Moscovici.

Official: Paris Pro-Israel Event the 'Largest in Decades'

The Jewish National Fund on Sunday ran what spokesperson Efi Stenzler said was a very successful program in Paris.

Anti-Semitism in Europe

Anti-Semitic Comedian 'A Victim of His Own Fascism'

Sec. Gen. of European Jewish Congress calls Dieudonne an 'embarrassment to France' the day after anti-Semitic Paris march.

BDS Fail: SodaStream Wins Battle Against French Boycott

Israeli drink manufacturer SodaStream has won a legal battle in France against an organization seeking to boycott it.

'Jews, Out of France!'

Chilling video shows hundreds of anti-Semites on the march in Paris, illustrating the frightening rise of anti-Semitism in France.

Police Seize Cash Stash from Home of Anti-Semitic Comic

French police forces continue their crackdown on Dieudonne, and anti-Semitism, as they seize huge cash stash from his home.

France: Jihadists as Young as 15 and 16 Joining Syrian Civil War

French teenage boys use parents' credit card to flee France, join Syrian rebels. Parents: 'they've been brainwashed.'

Paris Protest Against Hollande Turns Anti-Semitic

Neo-Nazis and Muslims take advantage of "Day of Anger" against French president to vent their hostility against Jews.

Rare Video Interview of Anti-Semitic French Comic

British news source tracks down Dieudonne to ask about his inverted Nazi salute 'quenelle,' is told 'it's not racism, racism is bad.'

Religion: the Gateway to Peace?

Muslim delegation, led by French Imam Hassen Chalgoumi, meets with Tourism Minister Uzi Landau. Landau: this could bridge communities.

French Presidential Aide Meets Hezbollah Official

French presidential aide holds talks in Beirut with a Hezbollah official, months after the EU blacklisted the group's "military wing".

'We Will Not Tolerate Hate Against Any Religion'

French President Francois Hollande, in response to anti-Semitic comic Dieudonne M'Bala M'Bala, vows to fight religious discrimination.

New Show Green-Lit For Anti-Semitic Comic

Amid overwhelming evidence of anti-Semitism, Dieudonne M'Bala M'Bala successfully bypasses ban on performances.

The Price of Anti-Semitism in France

French anti-Semitic comic Dieudonne reportedly had to pay dearly for recent legal battles against ban of his anti-Semitic show.

Anti-Semitic French Comic Announces New Show

Dieudonne tries to circumvent ban on show in which he mimes peeing on the Kotel with new show that includes 'tai-chi moves.'

Last minute verdict:

Top French Court Reinstates Ban on Anti-Semitic Comic

Thursday night, just as Dieudonne's show was to take place following a local court ruling, top administrative court overruled local verdict.

French Co. To Build Israel's First Hydroelectric Plant

French engineering group Alstom signs contract to build and manage 300 MW plant that stores water and releases for peak usage.

French Court Lets Anti-Semitic Comic Perform

French court allows Dieudonne to perform in Nantes on Thursday night, despite the ban against him. Comic suspected of monetary crimes.

Anti-Semitic French Comedian Loses Appeal Against Ban

Dieudonne's lawyers to keep fighting bans on his performances as he starts national tour; activists vow to protest until he is shut down.

French Court Upholds Ban on Muslim Face Veil

French court convicts woman for wearing a full-face veil in public, rejects bid to have the country's burqa ban declared unconstitutional.

Anti-Semitic French Comic Asks Court To Reverse Ban

Dieudonne, French comedian infamous for anti-Semitism and inverted Nazi salute, appeals court to reverse ban on his tour.

Hollande Joins Fights Against Anti-Semitic Comedian

French President Francois Hollande backs attempts to ban anti-Semitic comedian Dieudonne M'Bala M'Bala from performances.

France Moves to Cancel Anti-Semitic Comedian's Tour

French Interior Minister advises police to ban Dieudonne's shows if they are deemed to present a threat to public order.

Paris Mayor Joins Calls to Ban Anti-Semitic Comedian

Mayor of Paris echoes statements by Interior Minister, as uproar continues over anti-Semitic French comedian Dieudonne.

Dieudonné: Anti-Semitism That Makes People Laugh

Nazi Hunters Call for 'Uprising' Against Anti-Semitic Comedian

Prominent Nazi-hunting family join calls demanding Diedonne M'Bala M'Bala be held to account for anti-Semitic incitement.

Probe Launched Over Anti-Semitic French Comedian

Probe to determine if Dieudonné incited racial hatred in a joke regretting absence of gas chambers, Nazi-style salute.

French Jewish Defense League in Fighting Mood Over Anti-Semitism

As French anti-Semitism hits headlines, militant group says alienated young Jews increasingly taking matters into their own hands.

French Soccer Player Anelka: I'm Not an Anti-Semite

Soccer player who gave "reverse Nazi salute" denies that he is anti-Semitic, claims his gesture was "anti-establishment".

Outrage After French Soccer Player Gives Nazi-Style Salute

Nicolas Anelka, friend of anti-Semitic comedian Dieudonne M'Bala M'Bala, makes Nazi-style gesture during soccer game; media shocked.

'Anti-Semitic' Comedian Faces French Ban

French Interior Minister says Dieudonné M'bala M'bala has gone 'too far'; French soccer player comes under fire for anti-Semitic gesture.

Government to Encourage Greater French Aliyah

Three-pronged program to encourage mass aliyah of Jews from France. Focus on housing, jobs, education.

French Jews Arrested For Beating Up Anti-Semites

Six arrested in connection to string of attacks last weekend against anti-Semites who made Nazi salute. JDL denies involvement.

France Pessimistic About Syria Peace Talks

French FM says the moderate Syrian opposition is in "serious difficulty", putting peace talks aimed at ending the crisis in trouble.

Swiss Expert Dismisses French Report on Arafat's Death

A French report ruling out poisoning in Arafat's death has a glaring inconsistency, says the co-author of a Swiss probe.

French Company Markets Cleaning Products Named 'Cyclone B'

Product used to clean Parliament buildings. Following EJA backlash, company decides to change name immediately.

French Court Upholds Firing of Muslim Woman Over Headscarf

A Paris appeals court upholds right of kindergarten to fire Muslim who insisted on wearing hijab headscarf.

Controversial Israeli Tycoon Arcadi Gaydamak Arrested

Israeli businessman and former Jerusalem mayoral candidate repotedly arrested in Switzerland over 'Angolagate' scandal.

French 'Planned to Assassinate' British Muslim Extremist

French officials 'fed up' by British inaction over Islamist terrorism; sought to take out hook-handed Abu Hamza al Masri in London.

France Slams Iranian Leader's 'Unacceptable' Israel Comments

French gov't spokesman says Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khameini's comments 'complicate' nuclear program negotiations.

'Pro-Israel' France Supports anti-Israel Groups, Too

Support over Iran notwithstanding, investigation reveals how French gov't directly bankrolls a range of radical anti-Israel NGOs.

Peres Welcomes Hollande, Praises French Strength

President Peres: France’s strong stance earns worldwide respect.

Hollande Vows to Keep the Pressure on Iran

"As long as we are not certain that Iran has decided to give up on nuclear weapons, we will continue with all our demands and sanctions."

Peres: If Iran Goes Nuclear, Other Countries Will Too

"If Iran builds a bomb, every country in the Middle East will want to do the same," warns President Peres in interview with French magazine.

Netanyahu Urges France to Maintain Tough Stance on Iran

"We hope France will not yield" on its firm stance during talks with Iran, says Netanyahu ahead of visit by Hollande.

French Ambassador: We Stopped Iran Nuke Deal

It was France's caution that broke up the deal that would have eased sanctions on Iran, France's ambassador to Israel said

Republicans Hail France for Tough Stance on Iran

"Vive la France!" tweets Senator McCain after France prevents a bad deal with Iran over its nuclear program.

Intellectual Terrorism in France

Iran Attacks France for 'Supporting Israeli Position'

Iranian MPs accuse French FM Fabius of defending Israel, FM expresses concerns Israel has raised, 'no certainty' a deal will be reached.

Reports: Extradition of Canadian Terrorist Challenged by Lawyers

Canadian lawyers are challenging an extradition order for Hassan Diab, a professor accused of being involved in 1980 anti-Semitic bombing.

MK Ariel to Paris: Let's Build the Land of Israel Together

Housing Minister Ariel, in visit to French Parliament, makes appeal for building support. 'The Galilee, Negev is waiting for you.'

French Citizen Detained for 'Spying' on Jewish Community

A French citizen was detained today (Wednesday) for spying on Yitzhar residents; may be related to Arab incitement in the area.