Gaza Crisis: Macron vs Ben-Gvir
"Ben Gvir issues warning to Macron, promising a more significant response for Gaza than a mere slap"
In the ongoing tug-of-war between Israel and France, tensions reached a boiling point this week, with Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir taking a dig at French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the Gaza situation.
Following Macron's statements warning that the West's reputation would be damaged if it left Gaze unattended, Ben-Gvir taunted, "Gaza will hit harder than that slap" – a reference to a widely shared viral video of Macron being slapped by a protester.
The escalation came after Macron expressed concerns about the Israeli blockade on Gaza, characterizing the humanitarian embargo in the enclave as a political imperative and a humanitarian obligation. France announced that it might impose penalties on extreme settlements if the situation worsens.
Israel, however, disputed Macron's worries, stating that "no blockade is preventing humanitarian aid from entering Gaza" and accusing Macron of spreading outright lies. Israel has reportedly facilitated humanitarian aid through two parallel efforts: the new Gaza Humanitarian Aid Fund and the arrival of about 900 aid trucks into Gaza this week.
Ben-Gvir didn't hold back when it came to commenting on Macron's approach to the Gaza crisis. He labeled Macron as a "useful idiot for Islamic terrorism" and warned that Israeli terrorism would "explode in the faces of all French citizens."
While Macron remained optimistic that the Israeli government would change its stance and provide humanitarian aid, French authorities are reportedly considering imposing penalties on Israeli settlements.
As the conflict in Gaza continues to worsen, the exchange between Macron and Ben-Gvir highlights the ongoing divide between European countries and Israel on how to address the humanitarian crisis and find a peaceful resolution.
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Sources:
- https://www.our website/news/gaza-israel-france-tensions-increase-over-gaza-humanitarian-crisis/
- https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-59442534
- https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2025/05/israel-use-of-explosive-weapons-during-gaza-attack-may-have-amounted-to-war-crimes/
- The ongoing Gaza Crisis has not only dominated political discussions but also spilled over into general-news and entertainment sectors, with French President Emmanuel Macron and Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir trading barbs.
- While the business world patiently waits to see how the Gaza situation affects investment opportunities in the region, the uneasy standoff between Macron and Ben-Gvir has added another layer of complexity to an already tense situation.
- As history repeats itself with the ongoing conflict in Gaza, news outlets around the world have been tracking every development in the crisis, from Macron's cautious approach to Ben-Gvir's outspoken stance on the matter.
- Crime-and-justice advocates have also voiced their concerns about the ongoing violence in Gaza, calling on leaders from both sides to prioritize peace talks over escalating tensions, and work towards finding a long-lasting solution to the humanitarian crisis.
