Antisemitic incidents in Amsterdam (November 8, 2024)

France condemns in the strongest possible terms the unacceptable Antisemitic violence and acts of aggression against Israeli fans that took place around a soccer match yesterday evening in Amsterdam.

The rise in Antisemitism in Europe and across the world calls for an urgent, collective wake-up call and an uncompromising response. France will continue to tirelessly combat the scourge of Antisemitism and racism, as well as all acts of hatred and hate speech. France will continue to do so with dedication, as was the case when France took the initiative to hold an event on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York that was chaired by the Minister and the Director-General of UNESCO.

Lebanon
Incident against UNIFIL peacekeepers (November 7, 2024)

France condemns the November 7th incident that left peacekeepers physically injured, following an attack that took place close to a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) convoy near Saida, despite the prior communication of the convoy’s itinerary.

Five Malaysian peacekeepers were injured. Five other peacekeepers had already been injured over the past several weeks following deliberate Israeli attacks, which are unjustifiable and must cease.

The protection of peacekeepers and the safety and security of UN personnel, property and premises must be guaranteed. UNIFIL must be able to fully carry out its mandate, including its ability to exercise freedom of movement.

In this particularly difficult situation, we commend the bravery, professionalism and continued commitment of UNIFIL personnel.

France calls for a cessation of hostilities founded on the complete implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 in order to enable displaced people in Israel and Lebanon to safely return home.