Israeli documentary draws full crowds

The Israeli documentary Naza, shown in French cinemas on Monday and Tuesday, was fully booked for both days, indicating strong public interest in the film’s content.

Testimonies from Israeli soldiers in European media

Testimonies from Israeli soldiers about their actions in Gaza are increasing in European media in recent months, including accounts from French citizens who hold Israeli nationality.

French minister comments on responsibility for Gaza situation

Aurore Bergé, the French minister in charge of gender equality and the fight against discrimination, stated on social media that "no Jewish French person is responsible for the situation in Gaza," but she is frequently reminded by internet users that French-Israelis are enlisted by Tsahal, the Israeli army, and participate in actions in Gaza.

French-Israeli citizens may be drafted by Israeli military

French citizens who hold Israeli nationality can be enlisted by Tsahal. For those residing in Israel at age 18, enlistment is mandatory. According to Declassified UK, more than 50,000 members of the Israeli armed forces have foreign nationality in addition to Israeli citizenship, including 6,127 French citizens, making France the second-largest foreign contingent after the United States.

French law applies to crimes committed abroad by citizens

French law professor Didier Rebut stated that French criminal law applies to any crime committed by a French citizen outside France, according to Article 113-6 of the Penal Code. He explained that while the National Antiterrorism Prosecution (Pnat) would be responsible for such cases, gathering evidence could be challenging if individuals do not return to France.

French groups request investigations into alleged war crimes

In July 2025, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) requested an investigation against two French-Israeli soldiers accused of summary executions in Gaza. Another complaint has been filed against Yoel O., accused of war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, torture, and complicity in these crimes committed against Palestinians detained in Israel.

French justice targets activists over Gaza actions

In February 2025, two French-Israeli activists were targeted by French justice warrants for "complicity in genocide" related to actions blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza.

French government has not commented on the cases

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not yet responded to requests from 20 Minutes regarding these cases.