“God Will Show Him”: Israeli Rabbi’s Explosive Threat to Macron Over Palestine Recognition Plan
An Israeli rabbi has ignited an international firestorm with a stark warning to French President Emmanuel Macron: “God will show him.” The chilling statement comes directly in response to Macron’s late July announcement that France intends to formally recognize a Palestinian state this September.
The rabbi, whose specific identity and official position remain unconfirmed but who is widely reported in Israeli and international media making the remarks, issued the threat during a public gathering or interview. His words, laden with religious implication and perceived menace, target Macron’s significant diplomatic shift.
“France’s plan to recognize a Palestinian state in September is a grave mistake, a betrayal,” the rabbi reportedly declared, his voice thick with fury. “To President Macron, I say only this: ‘God will show him.’“
Macron’s announcement marked a major policy change for France, aligning it with several other European nations like Spain, Norway, and Ireland that have recently taken the step. The French President framed the move as essential for achieving a “lasting and sustainable peace” based on a two-state solution, arguing it was a necessary response to stalled negotiations and ongoing developments.
The rabbi’s response, however, transcends political disagreement. The phrase “God will show him” carries heavy connotations within a religious context, often interpreted as a warning of divine judgment or retribution. It has been widely perceived, particularly internationally and within France, as a direct threat against the French leader, sparking immediate condemnation and concern.