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Marine Le Pen on Palestine Issue

Pro-Israel during Gaza war (strong)

Marine Le Pen's position on the broader Palestine Issue is characterized by a strong alignment with Israel, particularly in the context of the recent conflict. She explicitly condemned the actions of Hamas during the Gaza war in October 2023 and voiced her support for Israel and its right to self-defense. This stance is also reflected in her foreign policy approach, which favors closer ties with regional states that she views as actively fighting against Islamist fundamentalism.

Context

As a major political figure in France and leader of the National Rally (RN), Marine Le Pen's foreign policy stances, including on the Palestine Issue, are significant in shaping national debate. Her position is framed within a broader nationalist and anti-Islamist political platform, contrasting with previous generations of her party.

Actions Taken

  1. Foreign policy statement
    Condemned Hamas' actions during the Gaza war and expressed support for Israel and its right to self-defense.
  2. Diplomatic engagement
    Officially met with an Israeli government minister for the first time.

Related Positions

  • Immigration and Islam Her strong stance against the 'Islamisation' of France frames her foreign policy approach to the Middle East.
  • Foreign Relations with Middle East She favors closer ties with the United Arab Emirates and Egypt, which she views as fighting fundamentalism, while criticizing nations like Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
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* This is not an exhaustive list of sources.