Amichai Chikli, the Israeli minister responsible for diaspora affairs and the fight against antisemitism, recently defended Jordan Bardella after reports by Mediapart uncovered antisemitic content in writings by the current president of the National Rally (National Rally), a French political party. Bardella, who is the president of the National Rally, has been the subject of controversy due to his inflammatory rhetoric and associations with far-right groups. Chikli had previously hosted Bardella in Israel over a year ago for a conference focused on the issue of antisemitism. Chikli's defense of Bardella has drawn attention, especially since Chikli is a member of Benjamin Netanyahu's government, which has been actively involved in addressing global antisemitism. The National Rally, which has been working to improve its international relations in recent years, welcomed Chikli's support for Bardella, viewing it as a sign of growing alignment between their party and the international reactionary movement. The international reactionary movement refers to a network of far-right and nationalist groups across Europe and beyond that often share similar ideologies, including opposition to multiculturalism and immigration. Bardella is considered a prominent figure within this movement, and his leadership of the National Rally has been seen as a step toward greater political influence for such groups in France. Chikli's actions have sparked debate, as his role is to combat antisemitism globally. Critics argue that his support for Bardella may be seen as contradictory to his official duties. Meanwhile, the National Rally has continued to seek closer ties with like-minded parties and individuals, reinforcing its position as a significant force in European politics.