Jewish historian advises French voters on election

Renowned Nazi hunter Serge Klarsfeld advises Jews in France to support the far-right party, Rassemblement National (RN), led by Marine Le Pen, over the far-left France Unbowed party in the parliamentary elections. Klarsfeld believes that the far-left party has militant pro-Palestinian supporters and antisemitic tendencies, while Le Pen's party is viewed as supportive of Israel and the Jewish community. This recommendation has sparked controversy among Jewish leaders and intellectuals in France, with Klarsfeld emphasizing the importance of choosing the right-wing party in response to current social, economic challenges, and concerns over antisemitism. The first round of elections saw RN's significant win, reflecting a shifting political landscape in France amidst debates over immigration, national identity, and integration.