France has officially banned Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's National Security Minister, from entering the country following his controversial actions towards participants of the Global Sumud Flotilla. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced the ban, stating that Ben-Gvir's treatment of French nationals was intolerable. He criticized the flotilla's approach to the Gaza situation but condemned the intimidation and violence directed at its participants, noting that many Israeli political figures have also condemned Ben-Gvir's actions. Barrot urged other European Union members to follow France's lead, a sentiment echoed by Italy, which had already condemned Ben-Gvir's behavior and called for sanctions against him. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed outrage over the mistreatment of Italian citizens involved in the flotilla and demanded an apology. The situation has led to discussions among EU officials about the need for a coordinated response, including potential sanctions against Ben-Gvir for his actions, which have drawn widespread condemnation across Europe.