France bans Israeli minister Itamar Ben‑Gvir, urges EU sanctions

France announced a ban on Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben‑Gvir, prohibiting him from entering French territory. The decision, made public by Foreign Minister Jean‑Noël Barrot, was prompted by a video Ben‑Gvir posted showing Gaza activists tied and kneeling, which sparked international condemnation.

Barrot also called on the European Union to impose sanctions on Ben‑Gvir, citing his alleged mistreatment of French and European passengers on the humanitarian Global Sumud flotilla. The move follows similar bans by Italy and Spain and reflects heightened diplomatic tension over Israel’s actions in Gaza.