Ben-Gvir banned from France, French FM Barrot says, demanding sanctions against far-right minister
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced that Itamar Ben-Gvir is banned from entering France. The minister called for EU sanctions against Ben-Gvir due to his far-right affiliations. This decision highlights ongoing tensions regarding far-right politics in Europe.
- ▪Itamar Ben-Gvir has been banned from accessing French territory.
- ▪French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot demanded EU sanctions against Ben-Gvir.
- ▪The ban reflects concerns over far-right political movements in Europe.
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Ben-Gvir banned from France, French FM Barrot says, demanding sanctions against far-right minister"As of this day, Itamar Ben-Gvir is banned from accessing French territory," said French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, as he demanded EU sanctions against the far-right minister.Follow us on GoogleNational Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to the media outside the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, April 15, 2026.(photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90)
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