Israel’s government cancelled visas for 27 French left-wing lawmakers and local officials just days before their planned visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories, citing a law that allows banning individuals who may act against the state. This decision follows previous incidents involving British MPs and comes amidst rising diplomatic tensions after French President Macron indicated France would recognize a Palestinian state. The affected lawmakers denounced the cancellation as “collective punishment” and a “major rupture in diplomatic ties,” calling for government intervention to address the issue.
