El Al Office Vandalized in Paris Amid Rising Tensions

El Al's Paris office was defaced with anti-Israel graffiti, intensifying tensions between France and Israel. The airline condemned the act as deeply disturbing. French authorities have launched an investigation into this antisemitic attack. Rising antisemitic incidents in Paris have alarmed Jewish communities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 07-08-2025 22:56 IST | Created: 07-08-2025 22:56 IST
El Al Office Vandalized in Paris Amid Rising Tensions
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On Thursday, the Israeli airline El Al reported that its Paris office was defaced with anti-Israel graffiti, labeling the act deeply disturbing amid heightened tensions between France and Israel.

The graffiti, consisting of red paint and the words "El Al genocide airline," was discovered on the office door. Fortunately, no one was present in the office at the time, and no harm came to any individuals.

El Al has expressed its strong condemnation of all violence, especially those acts motivated by hatred. The airline confirmed its close collaboration with French and Israeli authorities to address this serious matter. Similarly, Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev criticized French policy, attributing the incident to diplomatic tensions following President Macron's recent statements.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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