Overview

• Emmanuel Macron's comments at a conference on Lebanon have been criticized for comparing Israeli military actions to 'barbarism.'
• The CRIF and several political figures have condemned Macron's remarks as 'outrageous' and 'unacceptable.'
• Macron's statement has exacerbated tensions with the Jewish community, following his previous controversial comments on Israel.
• Despite criticism, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot supported Macron's call for adherence to international law.
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Macron of distorting history, further straining diplomatic relations.