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Macron Calls for Disqualification of Those Convicted of Antisemitism

Published February 13, 2026, 17:19
Macron Calls for Disqualification of Those Convicted of Antisemitism

French President Emmanuel Macron stated he will push for legislation to disqualify individuals convicted of antisemitic, racist, or biased acts from holding office. The statement was made during a memorial event for Ilan Halimi, a victim of antisemitic violence. Macron criticized the inadequacy of existing penalties for such crimes and pledged to strengthen the criminalization of antisemitism and racism. He referred to various forms of antisemitism, including Islamist, far-left, and anti-Zionist, emphasizing the need to address all aspects of the phenomenon.