French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip and its prevention of humanitarian aid from entering the Strip are "scandalous," reiterating his call for a ceasefire, the release of prisoners, and the reopening of crossings.
Macron added that France is "vigilant... and stands by all its citizens when they are in danger," after Israeli forces intercepted a boat carrying pro-Palestinian activists, including six French nationals, early Monday morning.
He stressed that France "conveyed all messages" to Israel to ensure the protection of activists and "enable their return to French territory."
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Macron: The blockade on aid entering Gaza is "scandalous"