Controversial Shutdown at Paris Airshow Sparks Debate

In a statement that has stirred international discussions, U.S. Republican Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Monday condemned the French government's decision to shutter four Israeli company displays at the Paris Airshow. The stalls were closed after the companies refused to remove offensive weapons from their exhibits.

Sanders described the move as 'pretty absurd,' highlighting her disappointment that the entities were barred despite previous approvals for their displays. Standing next to the sealed Israeli defense firm stalls, she questioned the selective enforcement of the restrictions.

She further urged for an opening of opportunities for these companies, especially during a time rife with global instability. Sanders' comments underscore a broader dialogue about the regulation of defense displays in international arenas.

(With inputs from agencies.)