Chinese Embassy Supports Detained Student in France for Condemning Israeli Policies

The Chinese embassy in France released a statement showing its support for a Chinese student who was detained in France after expressing their opposition to Israeli government policies.

The student potentially faces forced deportation after painting messages on a wall that read ‘Stop genocide against Palestinians‘ and ‘Opposition to Jewish nationalism.’ However, the embassy quickly offered consular assistance in response to the student’s situation.

The embassy agrees with the chief judge‘s decision not to pursue charges, asserting that the act of criticizing Israeli government policies does not pose a threat to public order. It also echoes the sentiments of the student’s lawyer and the educational institution, urging law enforcement to exercise restraint.

The Chinese embassy vows to closely monitor the case and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens. It emphasizes the need for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict and calls for the protection of humanitarian aid channels to Gaza, as well as increased humanitarian assistance to the residents.