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Tuesday, August 13, 2024
France condemns Israeli security minister Ben-Gvir’s Temple Mount visit
France condemned National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s visit to the Temple Mount earlier today, saying it was in violation of the historic status quo of the holy places in Jerusalem.
“This new provocation is unacceptable. France calls on the Israeli government to take all necessary measures to ensure respect for the historic status quo of the holy places in Jerusalem,” the French foreign ministry says in a statement.