Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin has spoken out against France and Western nations’ “double standards” on Gaza, denouncing the war as a “historical scandal” in a recent interview. De Villepin criticized France for its diminishing global influence and cautioned that Israel was setting the stage for the reoccupation of Gaza.
During the interview with French radio station France Inter, de Villepin expressed his dismay over the high civilian death toll in Gaza, which has surpassed 41,118 people since the conflict began. He condemned the current French government led by President Emmanuel Macron for not using economic or “weapons” leverage to pressure Israel and highlighted the devastation faced by the people of Gaza.
De Villepin also raised concerns about Israel’s intentions to reoccupy Gaza, pointing to the blockade and division of the territory as signs of a potential full-scale invasion. Despite international calls for a ceasefire, Israel’s aggressive actions continue to escalate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The former prime minister’s bold statements reflect a growing global outcry against Israel’s actions in Gaza, as Western nations grapple with the repercussions of the ongoing conflict. De Villepin’s stark criticism of Israel’s lack of political objectives and the escalating violence underscores the urgent need for diplomatic intervention to bring an end to the crisis.