A football match between France and Israel was held despite tension between pro-Palestinian and Israeli supporters.
The maintenance of peace and order during the match was achieved through significant police deployment.
The presence of political leaders at the match was seen as a message against importing Middle Eastern conflict into France.
The rise in anti-Semitic acts and the intensification of the conflict in Gaza are escalating tensions.
Instrumentation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by French political leaders is feeding into the insecurity of French Jews.
Conclusion: It is crucial to address and counter racism and anti-Semitism to maintain peace and security. The highest state authorities must provide a unifying discourse that can alleviate existing fears and tensions.