PARIS – A French Bill aimed at combating what supporters call “new forms of anti-Semitism,” such as calls for Israel’s destruction, has ignited a fierce political battle, as critics warn it could restrict free speech. The legislation, introduced by centrist lawmaker Caroline Yadan, is scheduled for debate in the National Assembly next week. But opposition has mounted sharply. A petition against it surpassed 500,000 signatures this week – a threshold that can trigger a separate parliamentary debate and underscores the intensity of public concern. The issue has tapped into disputes over how France should fight anti-Semitism – a politically charged...
Monitoring Antisemitism Intel
