Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for France's decision to recognize a Palestinian state, claiming it has led to a surge in antisemitism in France. In a letter to Macron, Netanyahu argued that the move 'pours fuel on this antisemitic fire' and urged the French leader to take decisive action against rising Jew-hatred. France's announcement places it among a growing number of countries recognizing Palestinian statehood since the Gaza war began nearly two years ago.

Netanyahu also targeted Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling him a 'weak politician' after Australia announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state and cancelled the visa of far-right Israeli politician Simcha Rothman. The diplomatic tensions escalated as Israel revoked visas for Australia's representatives to the Palestinian Authority, prompting criticism from Australian officials who accused Israel of undermining international peace efforts.