A series of exchanges marked a new low point in the relationship between France and Israel, which accused the French president of “a crusade against the Jewish state.”

France could harden its position on Israel if it continues to block humanitarian aid to Gaza, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday, reiterating that Paris was committed to a two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestinian conflict.

French President Emmanuel Macron has issued a dramatic warning to Israel, threatening sanctions if Gaza's humanitarian crisis continues. Speaking from Singapore, he urged Israel to adopt a “humanitarian response” and called on European nations to “harden the collective position.