France condemns rise in anti-Christian acts after nun assaulted in Jerusalem

France, with its deep historical ties and commitment to protecting Catholic communities and holy sites, views the recent assault on a nun in Jerusalem with grave concern. Minister Jean-Noël Barrot's swift and strong condemnation underscores our nation's unwavering stance against such acts of religious intolerance. The multiplication of anti-Christian incidents in the Holy Land is deeply troubling and demands a firm, unified response.

This incident is not isolated. We have observed a disturbing trend of increasing aggression towards Christians in the region. The fact that access to sacred sites like the Church of the Holy Sepulchre has been denied, even to religious leaders, is a clear violation of religious freedom and long-standing protections. Such actions undermine the delicate fabric of coexistence that is essential in Jerusalem and the wider Holy Land.

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The sanction must be exemplary so that the anti-Christian acts that are multiplying in the Holy Land cease and that France, attached to its historical mission of protecting Catholic communities and holy sites, cannot in any way tolerate.

From our perspective in France, the protection of religious minorities and freedom of worship are fundamental principles. While international coverage may focus on the geopolitical implications, for us, this is also a matter of upholding universal human rights and respecting the historical significance of these places for global Christian communities. We cannot stand idly by while those who dedicate their lives to faith are subjected to violence and intimidation. France remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all religious communities in the Holy Land.

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A violation of religious freedom and long-standing protections governing holy sites.