The French government has officially barred Israel from participating in the upcoming EUROSATORY defense exhibition in Paris, which is set to take place later this month. This decision prevents the Israeli government from attending and prohibits the establishment of a national pavilion. The Israeli Defense Ministry reported that Israeli defense industries are now limited to showcasing only air defense products, with offensive systems explicitly excluded. The ministry condemned this decision as discriminatory and politically motivated, asserting that it violates international norms for defense exhibitions. While the Israeli government is excluded, many Israeli companies are expected to have private displays for their defensive weapons. Israeli sources suggest that France's actions are aimed at delegitimizing Israel and undermining its competitiveness in the defense sector. The ban follows a recent cancellation of a visit by French defense officials to Israel, reflecting ongoing tensions over France's criticism of Israeli policies regarding Gaza and Lebanon.