France

Leading rabbi in France urges: Only Torah study in yeshivas

At central event in France, Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch condemns French yeshivas' inclusion of secular studies in the curriculum.

Netanyahu condemns Macron for calling Abbas 'prince of peace'

In an interview with Australian journalist Erin Molan, Netanyahu condemns French President for calling PA chairman a “prince of peace,” citing PA terror payments and incitement.

Macron:

'France will help PA draft constitution for future state'

French President pledges that his country will help the PA draft a constitution for a future Palestinian state.

After diplomatic pressure

French government reverses ban on Israeli defense firms

After Paris announced the disqualification of eight Israeli defense firms from a military exhibition, diplomatic intervention reverses the decision.

Paris:

Four charged over disruption at Israel Philharmonic concert

Four suspects face possible charges after disrupting an Israel Philharmonic concert in Paris last week.

France expands probe tied to 2015 Paris attacks perpetrator

France detains three suspects in a terror probe linked to Salah Abdeslam ahead of the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks. Authorities suspect a new conspiracy involving illicit prison communications.

Four detained for disrupting Israel Philharmonic concert in Paris

Four people detained after flares and clashes disrupted the Israel Philharmonic’s Paris concert. French ministers condemn the violence.

Paris

Pro-Palestinians firebomb Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra concert

During a concert by the Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra in Paris, pro-Palestinian protesters broke into the hall, lit flares, and disrupted the music.

Ramming In France:

Driver yelled Allahu Akbar during arrest

A man deliberately rammed his car into pedestrians and cyclists on the Ile d’Oléron, an island off France’s west coast, injuring 10 people on Wednesday morning, several of them critically.

Iran frees French nationals accused of spying for Israel

Iran releases French nationals Kohler and Paris after three years in prison, in what appears to be a prisoner swap following France’s conditional release of Iranian student Mahdieh Esfandiari.

France:

Case links Holocaust memorial graffiti to Russian proxy plot

Three Bulgarians are on trial in Paris for vandalizing Holocaust Memorial with red hands. French intelligence links the act to a Russian sabotage campaign targeting Western societies.

Louvre heist suspects arrested

Police arrest suspect in broad-daylight Louvre heist attempting to board plane to leave the country. 2 suspects remain on the loose, and authorities have yet to recover the $100 million in stolen jewels.

4-minute operation

Thieves use lift to steal crown jewels from Louvre

Thieves steal eight Napoleonic jewels from the Louvre in a four-minute daylight heist. The museum closes for investigation.

France: Hamas cannot rule or secure Gaza after the war

France, US, working with other countries to create international force to rebuild, and secure Gaza after the war.

French Prime Minister resigns

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned from his post, barely a month after being appointed by President Emmanuel Macron.

South African Amb. to France dead after falling from hotel

Ambassador Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa's body found near hotel. He is believed to have jumped from the 22nd floor.

Macron:

'Hamas must accept Trump’s deal and free all hostages'

France and Italy back Trump’s Gaza peace plan, urging Hamas to release hostages and disarm. PM Meloni says the proposal could end hostilities and ensure humanitarian access.

Jewish man assaulted in France over Shabbat

A 67-year-old man wearing a kippa was violently assaulted on Saturday, in Yerres (Essonne), while the attacker shouted, 'Dirty Jew, I’m going to kill you.'

Iran’s President:

'European sanctions move lacks international legitimacy'

Iran’s President Pezeshkian condemns France, Britain, and Germany for reviving UN sanctions, accusing them of yielding to US pressure and undermining the JCPOA at the UN General Assembly.

'It's a defeat for Hamas'

Macron announces: France recognizes the State of Palestine

Speaking at the UN General Assembly, French President Macron announces that France recognizes "Palestine", claiming it is a defeat for Hamas and a path to peace. Several other countries follow suit.

Iran denies reports of planned meeting with E3 in Vienna

Iranian official denies reports of a meeting with European counterparts in Vienna as UN sanctions loom.

Macron:

No embassy in 'Palestine' until hostages freed

French President says his country’s recognition of a Palestinian state won't include an embassy opening until Hamas frees hostages.

Suspect in 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant massacre arrested

Palestinian Authority arrests suspect in 1982 attack on Paris Jewish restaurant.

Survey:

71% of France opposes recognition of a Palestinian state

The survey shows a decisive majority of the French public opposes recognition of a Palestinian state before the release of hostages and the defeat of Hamas.

'Gaza war a failure'

Macron defends Palestinian statehood recognition

In interview with Channel 12 News, French President Macron defends his plan to recognize a Palestinian state, calling Israel's Gaza operation "a failure."

Europe and Iran fail to bridge gap on nuclear safeguards

Talks between Iran and European nations on Iran's nuclear program stall, with UN sanctions set to be reimposed. Tehran refuses concessions, despite Western demands for concrete action, and vows retaliation.

French probe targets former Lebanese PM Najib Mikati

French investigators open a corruption inquiry into former Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati. The probe, launched by anti-corruption groups, accuses Mikati and his brother of fraudulently building their fortune.

European paradox:

'Silent majority supports Israel; leaders are hostile'

Dr. Emmanuel Navon discusses rising hostility toward Israel in France and Spain, saying that most European countries have a silent majority that supports Israel, because they understand that Israel’s struggle is also their struggle.

Hostage families to Macron

'No new chapter in Middle East without return of hostages'

Families of the hostages held in Gaza meet the French President ahead of his recognition of a Palestinian while their loved ones remain in Hamas captivity.

'Unacceptable'

France and Germany condemn Israeli airstrike in Doha

France and Germany condemn Israel’s airstrike in Doha, calling it a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and a threat to regional stability, despite its targeting of Hamas leadership.

Macron recognizes 'Palestine' - and buries France

Two weeks after his grand announcement, his government collapsed. Even the camels are laughing. Opinion.

French government collapses again as PM ousted in confidence vote

France’s PM François Bayrou ousted in a confidence vote, forcing President Macron to seek his fourth prime minister in a year amid mounting debt and political gridlock.

Including Israel's mission

French teen suspected of plotting attacks on embassies

17-year-old in France detained for allegedly plotting attacks on embassies and official sites, including Israel’s. Authorities find ISIS ties and plans for large-scale terror.

US Jewish leaders refuse to meet with Macron

Leaders of US Jewry declined a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, citing his push to recognize a Palestinian state and the rise in antisemitism.

France recognizes Hostagestine

Reecognizing Hostagestine - or should we call it Rapestine? After all, it is murder, rape and hostage taking that is being rewarded by this move. Opinion.

Sa'ar to French counterpart:

Reconsider decision to recognize Palestinian state

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urged France to drop its Palestinian state initiative, warning it harms Israel’s security and could jeopardize Macron’s planned visit.

Report:

Netanyahu blocked Macron visit over Palestinian state recognition

Israel reportedly denied Macron’s snap visit request, demanding he retract support for a Palestinian state. Macron refused.

Sa'ar, French FM clash over Macron's Palestinian Authority policy

Sharp diplomatic spat erupts as Israeli FM accuses France of enabling PA terror incentives, while Paris defends recent reforms and broader regional diplomacy.

'France must wake up'

Sa’ar responds to latest antisemitic vandalism

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urges France to “wake up” after a Holocaust memorial in Lyon was vandalized, echoing US Ambassador Kushner’s criticism of France’s inaction on rising antisemitism.

Paris:

Knife-wielding man arrested after threatening Jews near synagogue

Man threatens Jews near a Paris synagogue before Shabbat and arrested by police. Authorities are probing antisemitic motives.

France:

Lyon Holocaust memorial defaced with 'Free Gaza'

Lyon’s Holocaust memorial defaced with “Free Gaza,” sparking outrage amid a 112% rise in antisemitic acts across France since the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.

After 'snapback':

Iran offers nuclear talks - if West shows goodwill

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Iran is ready to resume fair nuclear talks after the E3 moved to reimpose UN sanctions over alleged violations of the 2015 nuclear deal.

E3 triggers UN sanctions on Iran over nuclear deal violations

European powers trigger snapback mechanism ahead of October deadline, citing Iran's noncompliance with 2015 nuclear deal following US and Israeli airstrikes.

Would have prevented 10.7?

French advisor's shocking remark

French presidential advisor Ofer Bronchtein told Channel 12 that October 7 'would not have happened' if a Palestinian state existed, as France weighs recognizing the PA and opening embassies.

France:

Twin brothers arrested for vandalizing Ilan Halimi memorial tree

Twin brothers arrested in France for cutting down a memorial tree honoring Ilan Halimi, a Jewish man tortured to death in 2006. The act sparked national outrage and renewed concerns over antisemitism.

'Terrorism is in its DNA'

Crown Prince urges E3 to sanction Iran over nuclear threat

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi calls on the UK, France, and Germany to reinstate snapback sanctions, warning that Iran’s regime is exploiting talks to advance its nuclear goals and evade international oversight.

Clock ticking:

Iran refuses to yield as sanctions deadline nears

As Iran and E3 representatives meet ahead of deadline for reinstating sanctions, a source tells Axios the Iranians "haven't put tangible detailed deliverables on the table."

Iran nuclear talks resume amid sanctions threat

Nuclear talks between Iran and Europe to resume on Tuesday, as the Europeans threaten sanctions over Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

Trump administration backs France envoy's antisemitism criticism

Diplomatic row between the US and France escalates after the Trump administration doubles down on Ambassador Charles Kushner's criticism of France's response to rising antisemitism.

Over anti-Israel performance

Irish rap group Kneecap sparks fury in France

Irish rap group Kneecap chants “Free Palestine” at a Paris concert, sparking outrage over their anti-Israel rhetoric and ties to Hezbollah.

US envoy to Macron:

'Antisemitism rising, your government isn’t doing enough'

US Ambassador to France Charles Kushner summoned after warning President Macron that France’s inaction on antisemitism is fueling violence.

Report:

E3 Foreign Ministers' call with Iran hits brick wall

According to an Axios report, a phone call between the Foreign Ministers of Britain, France, and Germany and their Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, failed to make any progress on the nuclear issue.

France slams Netanyahu for 'abject' antisemitism accusation

France slams Prime Minister Netanyahu's claim that Macron's plan to recognize a Palestinian state fuels antisemitism, calling the accusation “abject” and “erroneous”.

'Antisemitic hatred'

French PM condemns destruction of memorial for Ilan Halimi

French Prime Minister François Bayrou condemns the destruction of an olive tree memorial for Ilan Halimi, a young Jewish man tortured to death in 2006. The act, filmed by security cameras, raises concerns over rising antisemitism in France.

France: Olive tree planted in memory of Ilan Halimi cut down

Anonymous persons cut down the olive tree that was planted in the Paris area in 2011 in memory of Ilan Halimi, a young Jewish man who was murdered in 2006.

E3:

'We’re ready to trigger snapback sanctions if Iran rejects talks'

France, Germany and the UK warn they will trigger UN sanctions if Iran fails to resume nuclear talks before the end of August.

France:

Air traffic controller suspended after ‘Free Palestine’ remark

Paris air traffic controller suspended after telling El Al pilots “Free Palestine.” El Al condemned the remark, which comes amid rising anti-Israel sentiment in France.

French aircraft controller shouts 'Free Palestine' at El Al pilot

A French aircraft controller addressed an El Al flight over the radio as it was landing in Paris and shouted 'Free Palestine.' El Al: 'We are handling the matter with the authorities in Israel, who are in contact with the authorities in France.'

Report:

France refusing visas for El Al security staff amid tensions

France’s ongoing refusal to renew visas for El Al’s Paris-based security staff is disrupting operations, forcing some to leave the country and fueling diplomatic tensions.

Macron:

'Israel’s Gaza plan is a disaster waiting to happen'

French President Emmanuel Macron condemns Israel’s plan to expand operations in Gaza City, urges the UN to launch a stabilization mission and pushes for a permanent ceasefire to end the war.