A pro-Israel group has mocked the French government's handling of violent riots in Paris, issuing a statement that satirically advises France to exercise restraint when dealing with protesters.
What happened
The Israel War Room group posted a message on social media, saying that the French government should show restraint when dispersing the protesters, whom they referred to as freedom fighters. The group also suggested that these protesters should receive immediate humanitarian aid and have their safety guaranteed under international law.
The statement is seen as a response to European criticism of Israel's handling of terrorist attacks, with the group turning the tables on France as it struggles to contain the violent riots. Other social media users have also joined in, pointing out the perceived hypocrisy of European countries that have lectured Israel on its response to terrorism.
