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French Groups Demand Halt to Military Exports to Israel
Two French organizations have asked the French Prime Minister and customs to stop a shipment of military components bound for Elbit in Israel, citing violations of the UN Arms Trade Treaty. The components, made by Mijno, were to be sent on an El Al flight from Paris to Tel Aviv.
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What happened
- 01Two French organizations requested a halt to military exports to Israel.
- 02The shipment of components is destined for the Israeli company Elbit.
- 03The groups claim the export violates the UN Arms Trade Treaty.
- 04French labor unions are urging airport workers to refuse to load the cargo.
- 05The components were manufactured by the French company Mijno.
Labor unions have also urged airport workers to refuse to load the cargo, which is reportedly for military vehicle systems.
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