The French government has expressed its discontent by calling in US Ambassador Charles Kushner to address what it describes as unacceptable allegations concerning antisemitism in France. This move follows Kushner's open letter published in the Wall Street Journal, where he criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for not doing enough to combat the increasing hatred towards Jews in the nation since the escalation of hostilities in Gaza.

Kushner, who is Jewish, emphasized in his correspondence that antisemitic incidents have been on the rise, including assaults on Jews, vandalism of synagogues and schools, and attacks on Jewish businesses. In his plea, he urged President Macron to moderate his stance toward Israel and proposed a collaborative effort to develop a robust strategy against antisemitism.

The French Foreign Ministry firmly rejected Kushner's allegations, clarifying that ambassadors, as per the Vienna Convention, should not meddle in domestic affairs. The dispute echoes earlier criticisms from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who also accused Macron of exacerbating antisemitism through his support for Palestinian statehood.

During a recent announcement, Macron asserted his commitment to establishing a viable Palestinian state while ensuring Israel's security. He previously denounced antisemitism as contrary to the values of France and implemented heightened security measures to protect Jewish institutions in response to antisemitic acts related to the conflict in Gaza.

The conversation around antisemitism in France arises amid the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which has seen significant casualties and deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza, highlighting the urgent need for dialogue and resolution.