France Honors Victims of Hamas Attack, Macron Denounces Anti-Semitism

In a national ceremony, President Macron paid tribute to the French victims of the October 7 attack on Israel, emphasizing the fight against anti-Semitism and the pursuit of peace in the Middle East.

French President Emmanuel Macron led a national ceremony in Paris to honor the 42 French victims of the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, describing it as the 'biggest anti-Semitic massacre of our century'.
The ceremony paid tribute to the victims and the three French hostages still missing, believed to be held in Gaza, with Macron vowing to work 'every day' for their release.
Macron's speech emphasized the fight against anti-Semitism and the importance of peace and security in the Middle East, while also acknowledging the French victims of Israeli bombardments in Gaza.
The ceremony, attended by families of the victims and political figures, faced controversy over the participation of certain politicians, but was ultimately seen as a gesture of solidarity and remembrance.
France has seen a sharp rise in anti-Semitic acts, with 1,676 reported in 2023, up from 436 the previous year, highlighting the ongoing challenge of combating anti-Semitism.