Israeli Minister Defends Bardella Amid Antisemitism Allegations Over 2013 Remarks
The defense came after investigative outlet Mediapart reported that the French far-right leader made antisemitic remarks in 2013, RFI reports.
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An Israeli minister came to the defense of Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right National Rally party, after French investigative outlet Mediapart reported that he made antisemitic remarks in 2013, according to RFI.
The Israeli minister's defense was issued on Tuesday, September 29, following Mediapart's report alleging the past comments, RFI said. The report did not specify which Israeli minister made the statement or provide the exact content of the alleged 2013 remarks.
Bardella has led the National Rally, a party with a history of antisemitism under its founder Jean-Marie Le Pen, through an extended effort in recent years to distance itself from that legacy and present a more mainstream image, including through expressions of support for Israel.
RFI's report did not include a direct response from Bardella or the National Rally to the Mediapart allegations, nor did it specify whether Mediapart had provided documentation or sourcing for the claimed 2013 remarks.
The exchange highlights continued scrutiny of Bardella's political record as he has positioned himself as a leading contender in French politics.
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- Après les accusations d'antisémitisme, un ministre israélien prend la défense de Jordan Bardella — RFI — Français
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