Diplomatic Tensions Erupt as Israeli Police Confront French Foreign Minister at Jerusalem Site
During a visit to Jerusalem on November 7, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot faced a diplomatic incident when Israeli police entered the Eleona, a French-managed pilgrimage site, reportedly armed and without permission. Barrot condemned the ‘unacceptable situation’ and refused to enter the site after the police arrested two French gendarmes. His visit aims to foster dialogue concerning Lebanon and Gaza, and includes meetings with Israeli officials and Palestinian leaders.