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Israeli Minister Chikli Faces Criticism for Ties to French Far-Right
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Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli is criticized for strengthening ties between Israel and France's far-right National Rally party. Chikli organized an antisemitism conference attended by the RN, including Jordan Bardella, who faces antisemitism allegations. This alliance aims to legitimize the RN in France and provide Israel with allies amid international isolation. However, the move risks alienating European public opinion and centrist parties.
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- Minister Amichai Chikli is criticized for fostering ties between Israel and France's far-right National Rally party.
- Chikli organized an antisemitism conference attended by the RN, including Jordan Bardella, who faces allegations.
- The RN seeks an "Israeli seal of approval" to counter antisemitism accusations and gain legitimacy.
- Israel, facing international isolation, sees potential allies in far-right parties sympathetic to the country.
- The policy risks further isolating Israel among European public opinion and centrist parties.
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