Days before the elections, Macron warned Netanyahu that Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli's vocal support for Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party constituted an improper interference in France's internal affairs. Israeli diplomats say Chikli has damaged relations with France
Macron 'has not changed his position' on Israeli action against Hamas, the official clarified, but says Israel should do more to prevent harming civilians in Gaza
"Antisemitism is resurfacing, in words, on the walls," Macron said in a speech. "The Republic does not and will not compromise, and we will be ruthless against those who carry that hatred."