France's ban on Israeli weapons at Eurosatory 'shameful', says economy minister
Summary
Israel’s economy minister, Nir Barkat, called France’s decision to ban Israeli offensive weapons from the Eurosatory defense fair "shameful." He warned that Israeli companies would bypass France to sell their products and stressed Israel’s need to counter Iran’s military capabilities.Key Facts
- France banned Israeli offensive weapons from the Eurosatory defense fair.
- Israel’s economy minister, Nir Barkat, criticized the ban and called it "shameful."
- Barkat said Israeli companies would avoid France and reach international customers elsewhere.
- Israel believes it must act to eliminate Iran’s nuclear ambitions, missile program, and regional proxy forces.
- Barkat said the future approach to Iran depends on decisions by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.
- Barkat warned that Hezbollah, based in Lebanon, poses ongoing threats that Israel will continue to counter.
- Despite conflicts, Israel’s economy is strong with an expected growth of 5 percent and a highly performing stock market.
- Barkat stated he values safety over public image, saying he prefers to be alive even if Israel’s reputation suffers.
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