West Bank & Jerusalem
France sanctions Israeli minister over settler violence in West Bank
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France has imposed sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir in response to escalating violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, Middle East Eye reported. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Wednesday condemned the attacks and said the settler violence justified the punitive measures against the minister.
The action marks a significant diplomatic step by France, which has grown increasingly critical of Israeli policy regarding settlements and settler conduct in Palestinian territories. Settler violence in the West Bank has intensified in recent months, prompting international scrutiny and rebuke from European governments.
