A diplomatic scandal: France demands explanation from Israel after attack on French holy site
Kyiv • UNN
Israeli security forces raided the French-administered territory in Jerusalem, detaining two diplomats. The incident took place in the presence of the French Foreign Minister and provoked a sharp reaction from Paris.
France has accused Israel of undermining bilateral relations after an incident in Jerusalem where Israeli security forces entered French-administered territory. This was reported by Reuters, according to UNN.
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During this raid, two French diplomats were briefly detained.
The incident occurred in the Pater Noster Church complex on the Mount of Olives when French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot was visiting. The complex, along with three other sites in Jerusalem, is considered French territory and is under French responsibility.
The incident provoked a sharp reaction from Paris, which views the actions of Israeli forces as interference in French diplomatic zones and calls on Israel to respect their special status and international law.
