Israeli Citizens in France Rally for Gaza Ceasefire Amid Growing Support for Sanctions

Israeli citizens in France protest against Israeli government actions in Gaza, calling for ceasefire and sanctions.

Key Points

  • • Israeli citizens in France protested on June 5, denouncing actions in Gaza as genocide.
  • • They demand an immediate ceasefire and international sanctions against Israel.
  • • 75% of the French support sanctions and over 60% favor recognizing a Palestinian state.
  • • Protesters aim to influence French political discourse regarding the humanitarian crisis.

On June 5, 2025, a significant protest was held in Paris by Israeli citizens residing in France, condemning the actions of the Israeli government in Gaza and labeling it as genocide. This demonstration was organized by a group known as Israeli Citizens for International Pressure, advocating for an immediate ceasefire and calling for international sanctions against Israel. They specifically requested the cessation of arms sales to Israel and urged the European Union to suspend its agreements with the nation.

Recent polls indicate a strong alignment with their cause among the French populace; 75% of respondents support sanctions against Israel, and more than 60% favor recognizing a Palestinian state. Yaël Vidane, one of the protesters, highlighted the urgent need for the international community to apply pressure to end what they describe as genocidal actions, while Offrid Grynbaum emphasized that domestic resistance in Israel is insufficient to influence the current government's policies. The protesters aim to reinvigorate the political conversation within France regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and demand stronger actions from both the French government and EU authorities.