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Strasbourg's Twinning with Palestinian Refugee Camp Draws Criticism

Mayor Jeanne Barseghian's decision to twin with Aida camp and freeze ties with Israel's Ramat Gan has sparked backlash from Jewish leaders and opposition councillors.

Jeanne Barseghian, maire de Strasbourg.
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Overview

  • Strasbourg Mayor Jeanne Barseghian announced plans to twin the city with the Aida Palestinian refugee camp, citing solidarity with the Palestinian people.
  • The move coincides with the freezing of Strasbourg's long-standing twinning with the Israeli city of Ramat Gan, a decision criticized as regrettable by the Licra.
  • Jewish community leaders and opposition councillors have condemned the twinning project, viewing it as divisive and politically charged.
  • Barseghian faced additional criticism after posing with a map of Palestine during the Aida delegation's visit, which some interpreted as denying Israel's existence.
  • The twinning proposal will be formally considered at the June municipal council, amid ongoing concerns over rising anti-Semitic acts in Strasbourg since October 2024.