France Slams Israel’s ‘Unacceptable’ 34 New Settlements, Demands End to Gaza Aid Blockade

**France Slams Israel’s ‘Unacceptable’ 34 New Settlements, Demands End to Gaza Aid Blockade** France has officially demanded that Israel immediately halt all settler attacks, stop blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza, and protect United Nations personnel and facilities in the territory. Speaking at the United Nations, the French permanent representative declared that the approval of 34 new settlements, forced displacements, and ongoing settler violence are “unacceptable.” France explicitly linked the expansion of Israeli settlements to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where aid groups report severe restrictions on food, water, and medical supplies [135628]. The French envoy stressed that UN staff and installations must be shielded from military operations, warning that continued obstruction violates international law [135628]. The demand comes amid growing international pressure over conditions in Gaza and follows a key legal ruling. In April 2024, the International Court of Justice issued a ruling testing how far states must go to prevent genocide. States are bound by the 1948 Genocide Convention to stop genocidal acts, and breaking those rules can lead to punishment in national or international courts [134716]. France’s call also coincides with broader global debates on government accountability. Human rights groups argue that leaving protection solely to national governments risks inconsistent enforcement, as rights can become vulnerable to political changes or neglect [48711]. France Demands Israel Lift ‘Usettler Attacks’ – Stop Blocking Gaza Aid France’s genocide duty questioned by top UN court Human Rights in 2026: Can We Trust Governments to Protect Them?